Senior Manufacturing Engineer II - Process & Equipment

Kindeva; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindeva in Lexington, KY is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer II to drive manufacturing excellence through process optimization, equipment innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will lead initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and compliance, developing scalable manufacturing solutions and partnering with stakeholders to support continuous improvement and compliant operations. A strong background in GMP, data analytics, and equipment qualification is required, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing with focus on equipment/process improvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to use data for decisions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across departments.
• Experience with automation and drug delivery device manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to monitor and optimize manufacturing equipment performance, ensuring CGMP compliance.
• Drive lean manufacturing, Six Sigma projects to improve productivity, quality and cost efficiency.
• Support CAPA, Change Controls, and IOQP activities tied to equipment.
• Assist in audits and regulatory responses, providing SME input on qualification processes.
• Develop and implement scalable manufacturing solutions and train staff.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analysis

Project management

GMP compliance

Technical writing

Automation experience

Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Tools

Smartsheet

Power BI

Power Apps

Job description

Kindeva in Lexington, KY is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer II to drive manufacturing excellence through process optimization, equipment innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will lead initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and compliance, developing scalable manufacturing solutions and partnering with stakeholders to support continuous improvement and compliant operations. A strong background in GMP, data analytics, and equipment qualification is required, with