Evonik Degussa Corporation

Process Engineer

Evonik Degussa Corporation$80K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in chemical engineering or related field.
  • Experience in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of core engineering principles.
  • Proficiency in process optimization and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Knowledge of safety and regulatory compliance standards.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for manufacturing processes including troubleshooting and data analysis.
  • Apply engineering principles to optimize operations and eliminate production bottlenecks.
  • Lead process improvement projects and equipment upgrades as part of cross-functional teams.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards during operations.
  • Participate in safety and quality initiatives, including hazard analyses and design efforts.

Benefits

  • Commitment to environmental responsibility in operations.
  • Opportunities for continuous improvement and professional development.
  • Involvement in cross-functional projects enhancing collaborative work environments.
  • Strong focus on safety and quality initiatives to protect personnel and product integrity.
Full Job Description
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
  • Provide technical support for established manufacturing processes, including troubleshooting, data analysis, and continuous improvement. Support minor process modifications and scale-ups while ensuring equipment reliability, product quality, and production efficiency.
  • Apply core engineering principles-mixing, heat and mass transfer, drying, filtration, and material science-to optimize operations, eliminate bottlenecks, and identify opportunities for capital investment and productivity improvement.
  • Lead or support process improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and risk assessments. Serve as the process engineering lead on cross-functional teams, contributing to project execution and resolution of equipment-related quality events.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, safety, health, and quality standards. This includes proper PPE usage, documentation practices, deviation reporting, housekeeping, and timely training to protect both personnel and product integrity.
  • Actively participate in and lead safety and quality initiatives, including Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Equipment Hazard Analyses (EHA), and inherently safer design efforts. Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within engineering and operations.


Requirements
  • Bachelors Degree in chemical engineering or engineering related field
  • Any chemical or pharmaceutical engineering manufacturing experience (preferred)


Your Application

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html.

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:
Bhawna Kapur [C]

Company is
Evonik Corporation

About Evonik Degussa Corporation

Evonik Degussa Corporation is a global specialty chemicals company that produces a wide range of products for various industries, including automotive, construction, and healthcare. The company's products include coatings, adhesives, and sealants, as well as specialty chemicals for the food and pharmaceutical industries. Evonik Degussa Corporation was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey. The company is a subsidiary of Evonik Industries AG, a German chemical company.
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