Process Utilities Engineer
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Job Title: Process Utilities Engineer
Job Description
This role involves providing technical expertise for established processes, driving continuous improvement through data analysis, and leading the design and implementation of new or modified processes. The ideal candidate will manage key performance metrics including ESHS, quality, cycle time, and equipment availability, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and customers. A strong foundation in core engineering disciplines such as mixing, material science, heat and mass transfer, filtration, and drying is essential. Responsibilities also include identifying and executing projects to alleviate capacity constraints, supporting capital planning, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulations. The Process Engineer will serve as a technical expert, contribute to documentation and policy development, and mentor others to uphold operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Provide process engineering support for established processes and initiate continuous improvement through data analysis.
Design, implement, and support new process introductions, scale-ups, or process modifications.
Manage ESHS, quality, cycle time, and equipment availability requirements.
Manage and optimize utility systems including boilers, chillers, air compressors, cooling towers, and water treatment units.
Demonstrate technical expertise in core process engineering disciplines such as mixing, material science, heat transfer, mass transfer, filtration, and drying.
Understand site capacity constraints and identify projects to streamline and remove bottlenecks to increase productivity.
Provide recommendations regarding near and long-term capital planning to support equipment reliability and industry competitiveness.
Serve as project lead to implement identified improvements.
Stay current and be recognized as a resource on regulations, engineering standards, policies, procedures, and good engineering practice.
Drive continuous improvement of business processes within the site.
Act as a technical expert for plant-specific systems.
Write and assist in the technical review of production policies and procedures.
Provide technical support for utility-related issues, working closely with maintenance and operations teams.
Develop and assist others to efficiently and accurately execute all job responsibilities.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, related engineering, or Chemistry discipline.
5+ years of experience as a Process Engineer supporting GMP facilities.
Experience implementing new procedures and equipment for plants.
Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, oil & gas, manufacturing engineering, process improvement, and equipment maintenance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Familiarity with regulatory standards such as OSHA, EPA, and ISO.
Work Environment
This position is based in an on-site manufacturing environment working in the plant. The role offers an opportunity for growth within the company, as this is the largest manufacturing site for API in the nation, and second in the world. API represents chemical ingredients.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $57.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025.
- Location:
- Lafayette