Process Engineer UtilitiesLocation: Belvidere, New Jersey, United States
As Process Engineer Utilities, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of site utility systems at the Belvidere site. You will provide technical expertise, drive continuous improvement initiatives, support operational excellence, and collaborate across Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and Fermentation teams to enhance plant performance, sustainability, and cost effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities- Drive operational excellence by analyzing process performance, identifying optimization opportunities, and implementing cost-effective improvements.
- Lead technical troubleshooting efforts and support reliability initiatives, including predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
- Manage and support capital and improvement projects, including automation and digitalization initiatives within Utilities operations.
- Champion continuous improvement programs, including Impact and 5S initiatives, to enhance performance, efficiency, and workplace organization.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements while maintaining accurate technical documentation and change control processes.
- Provide technical coaching, training, and cross-functional collaboration to support operational excellence and knowledge sharing across the site.
Bring- A competitive compensation package and comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
- Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and career development across a global organization.
- A purpose-led and performance-driven culture that values people, innovation, and sustainability.
- The opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that improve operational performance and business results.
- A collaborative environment where diverse perspectives and ideas are valued.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference through continuous improvement and operational excellence.
You Bring- A minimum of 3 years of relevant engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within chemical, pharmaceutical, or related industries required
- Knowledge of utility systems, environmental requirements, regulatory compliance, and process safety principles
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies, operational excellence practices, and Lean Six Sigma tools
- Strong problem-solving, project management, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills
- Ability to independently manage process optimization initiatives and provide technical support across plant operations
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline required
The application processInterested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal by
September 15, 2026.
Agency statementWe're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.
