Process Engineer I

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At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Every role at Veranova plays a part in delivering an exceptional customer experience through ownership and integrity. Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

Role Overview

The Process Engineer is responsible for the evaluation, design and implementation of elements of new or improved processes as they are transferred from development to production. The Process Engineer is also responsible for the monitoring of manufacturing processes while providing production support and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Core Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Veranova cross functional teams and external customers to implement safe, efficient, practical and commercially viable processes to generate a consistent quality API supply fit for its intended use, with essential considerations given to safety, quality, optimizing process yields, turnaround times, and productivity.
• Monitors ongoing manufacturing operations to help ensure safety, quality and yield objectives are met.
• Leads process improvements efforts which improve yields and/or lower production costs, enhancing the overall efficiency and cost effectiveness of production processes.
• Contributes to the design and oversight of scale-up and/or validation runs in the manufacturing plant.
• Collaborates with Project/Facilities Engineering in capital projects during front-end design (URSs, PFDs, M&E Balances), PHAs, design reviews, commissioning, start-up and operator training.
• Using root cause analysis tools, leads troubleshooting efforts related to processing and process equipment problems while gathering relevant information and compiling necessary reports.
• Writes and reviews Batch Records, Process Safety Information, Process Validation Protocols, Operator training, and other technical reports.
• Collaborates with the EHS group on environmental, health and safety related aspects of new processes and process modifications; performs related emission calculations.
• Develops process performance tracking procedures and analyses existing data for optimization potential.

Qualifications

Required

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering or equivalent technical degree.
• Minimum of 3 years' manufacturing or process engineering experience in pharmaceuticals or batch processing.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of commonly used equipment, technical concepts and procedures within bulk API batch manufacturing.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is $80,000-95,000. This range represents a good-faith estimate of the compensation we expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In exceptional cases, compensation may exceed the stated range.

All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our annual incentive bonus program. Bonus targets vary by career level and are based on individual and company performance.

Our Commitment

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Financial Wellness: Veranova is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. This includes a competitive base salary, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and an attractive 401(k) Plan with company match. Salary ranges reflect the scope and expectations of the role, and are based on market data, internal equity, and role-specific factors. Final compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, education, and business needs.
• Professional Development : Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
• Inclusive Culture: At Veranova, an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We welcome people with diverse experiences and perspectives who share our mission to improve and save lives. Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Veterans, first responders, and those transitioning from military to civilian life bring valuable skills that strengthen our team.

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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