Senior Process Engineer

Evonik; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik Corporation in Lafayette, IN is seeking a senior process engineer to optimize operations, lead design and scale-up of new processes, and drive capital projects. You will ensure ESHS standards are met while maintaining high equipment availability and product quality.

The role requires a chemical engineering background, extensive manufacturing experience across facilities, and strong collaboration with stakeholders to implement improvements and innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field.
• 10 years of chemical or pharmaceutical engineering manufacturing experience.
• Experience across multiple production facilities and platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence groups without supervisory responsibility.
• Keep informed of latest technology to recommend changes.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on process engineering support to optimize operations.
• Lead design, scale-up, and integration of new processes.
• Uphold Environment, Safety, Health and Sustainability standards.
• Apply core engineering knowledge to troubleshoot and improve manufacturing processes.
• Analyze site capacity, identify bottlenecks, and drive throughput improvements.
• Lead capital planning and project execution for equipment investments.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to align solutions.
• Maintain governance, standards and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Process optimization

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Chemistry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industrial software

Job description

What we offer

You will work on exciting and challenging topics together with a team in an ultra-modern, innovative and creative environment. Intensive on-the-job training with expert colleagues guarantees you will quickly become familiar with your duties and perform them independently. Performance related pay and the opportunity for personal and professional development are of course part of the package.

• Executions and / or coordination of (specialized) process technology tasks

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Provide hands‑on process engineering support for established operations by analyzing performance data, identifying inefficiencies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Process Design & Scale‑Up: Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of new processes, including scale‑ups, process modifications, and technology introductions, ensuring smooth integration into existing operations.
• Operational Excellence (ESHS & Performance): Manage and uphold standards related to Environment, Safety, Health, and Sustainability (ESHS), while ensuring product quality, optimal cycle times, and high equipment availability across all operations.
• Technical Expertise & Problem Solving: Apply deep knowledge in core engineering disciplines—such as mixing, material science, heat and mass transfer, filtration, and drying to troubleshoot issues, improve processes, and support complex manufacturing systems.
• Capacity Planning & Bottleneck Reduction: Analyze site capacity constraints, identify bottlenecks, and lead targeted projects to streamline workflows, increase throughput, and maximize operational efficiency.
• Capital Planning & Project Leadership: Recommend and support both short- and long‑term capital investments related to equipment reliability, new technologies, and expanded capabilities; serve as project lead to implement these improvements successfully.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with customers, cross‑functional teams, and project stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs and ensure successful project execution.
• Governance, Standards & Knowledge Sharing: Stay current with regulations, engineering standards, and best practices; act as a technical authority, review and approve engineering documentation, develop procedures, and mentor team members to ensure consistent and accurate execution of responsibilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering, related engineering, or Chemistry discipline
• 10 years prior chemical or pharmaceutical engineering manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Experience in several production facilities with different scales and technology platforms
• Skills in successfully overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities for improvements
• Possess both the technical knowledge and practical experience to solve complex process engineering issues
• Keep informed of latest technology in order to make recommendations for change
• Strong written and verbal communication skill
• Strong technical problem solving ability
• Ability to influence groups without having supervisory responsibility
• Strong Computer skills in a variety of software packages
• Ability to apply fundamental engineering and business principles
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skill

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Bhawna Kapur [C]

Company is

Evonik Corporation