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 engineering manufacturing is preferred
  • Strong knowledge of process engineering principles
  • Familiarity with regulatory, environmental, safety, and quality standards
  • Ability to analyze data and troubleshoot manufacturing processes

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for manufacturing processes, including troubleshooting and data analysis
  • Optimize operations using core engineering principles like mixing and material science
  • Lead process improvement projects and support equipment upgrades
  • Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards
  • Participate in safety and quality initiatives to enhance operational performance

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and to lead cross-functional teams
  • Engagement in safety and quality improvement initiatives
  • Exposure to diverse aspects of process engineering
  • Potential for hands-on experience with equipment upgrades and process modifications
Full Job Description
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)

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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