Senior Process Engineer

Evonik España Y Portugal SA.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik España Y Portugal SA. is seeking a Process Engineer to work in an innovative environment in Lafayette, IN. This position involves optimizing processes, managing safety standards, and leading projects for continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, at least 10 years of experience, and strong communication skills.

You will collaborate with teams, analyze performance data, and apply technical expertise to overcome challenges. Evonik adheres to equal employment opportunity principles.

Qualifications

• 10 years prior chemical or pharmaceutical engineering manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in several production facilities with different scales and technology platforms.
• Strong computer skills to troubleshoot complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on process engineering support for established operations.
• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of new processes.
• Analyze site capacity constraints and lead projects to streamline workflows.

Skills

Process optimization

Technical problem solving

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering or related

Tools

Variety of software packages

Job description

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

Job Description Summary

Apply process engineering knowledge and skills to support the synthesis of starting materials, pharmaceutical intermediates and final bulk products in a safe, efficient and environmentally responsible manner. Specifically, the process engineer is responsible for demonstrating process understanding, monitoring, and managing process performance.

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.

United States of America | Lafayette, IN