Validation Engineer

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. in Greenfield, Indiana, is seeking an Automation Engineer to join our onsite team. The role focuses on implementing new automation technologies, driving process improvements, and managing lifecycle with engineering and quality assurance support.

Expect collaboration across facilities and a strong emphasis on cGMP practices. Qualified candidates will have a background in engineering, Six Sigma/Lean manufacturing, and proficiency with Excel/Outlook.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred; Associate's degree acceptable.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in a related discipline.
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the implementation of new automation technologies and processes.
• Develop standards, lifecycle management, and validation for processes in scope.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and operations teams to drive process improvements.

Skills

Automation engineering

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in Engineering

Job description

Requisition ID: 76345

Date: Oct 14, 2026

Location: Greenfield, Indiana, US

Description

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite for all scheduled workdays. No relocation assistance is provided for this opportunity.

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World war 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life‑saving and life‑enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

West is excited to grow in Greenfield and bring new career opportunities to the area through our newest facility. We are looking to connect with Automation Engineers who have a strong background in automation or controls and want to learn more about roles expected to open as early as 2027.

This role is key to implementing new technology, developing, and introducing process improvements, standards, life cycle management and validation in select process areas, helping to advance and transform West's growing business, supporting capital investments, and contributing to addressing complex assignments. This person will have the opportunity to drive the implementation of new innovative processes and technologies in cooperation with the engineering and quality assurance teams and the plants.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred or
• Associate's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience required

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years 3 Years of experience in engineering related discipline required and
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Equipment integration in a cGMP/Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Operate within approved time schedules and project budgets
• Consult and cooperate with corporate / customer / supplier personnel as authorized and required. Maintain effective communication and working relations
• Maintain an awareness of “state of the art” technology as it applies to our industry. Take part in educational programs pertinent to process projects
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs as directed by Area Manager(s), Production Manager and/or Director, Ops
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products: Excel, Word, Outlook
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening.