Sr. Process Engineer

Sr. Process EngineerSimtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide. As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra. We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging. Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.This role:We are looking for a Sr. Process Engineer (level depends on experience) that is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing packaging processes to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity. This engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process improvement, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards in the pharmaceutical aseptic manufacturing or automated inspection & packaging areas. This position is 100% onsite at the Bloomington facility and reports directly to the Sr. Manager, Engineering & Maintenance.The responsibilities:Demonstrates a strong ownership for the equipment and processes in the filling or packaging areasImplement process improvement projects that enhance efficiency, improve quality, and reduce costs for aseptic filling processes, lyophilization, or inspection & packaging processesDevelop user requirements (URS), technical specification and design specifications for new processing (aseptic filling, lyophilization, equipment preparation, formulation) and/or automated inspection & packaging equipment and/or upgrades to existing equipmentAuthor and execute protocols to include commissioning, qualification, and validation activities (FAT, SAT, IQ and OQ) for packaging systemsCollaborates with external engineering firms or OEM in feasibility assessments, concept design, basic design, and detail designDevelop and maintain project schedules using MS ProjectCollaborate with suppliers to source processing and/or packaging equipment parts to ensure quality standards are metProvide technical support and training to operations and maintenance on aseptic processing equipment or inspection & packaging equipmentInteract with all functions and levels of management, ensuring effective, ongoing communication across teams and internal/external stakeholdersSupport with complex site investigation of key safety and production issues and events and work on the identification and implementation of CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) plans to address such events and prevent recurrenceRequired qualifications:BS degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Packaging, Pharmaceutical, Biomedical), or a related technical field1+ years of experience in aseptic processes or inspection & packaging engineering in the pharmaceutical industry (level hired for depends on years of experience)Knowledge of the basic principles in aseptic processing and/or packaging engineering best practicesMust be able to lead and execute engineering projectsStrong understanding of packaging materials, processing, and testing methodsExperience with PLC, HMI, Vision Systems and Building Management systemsStrong oral and written communication skillsMust be able to read mechanical, electrical, and P&ID drawingsAutoCAD or equivalent component design knowledgeAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook)Experience and the ability to use enterprise software (examples include: JDE, Microsoft Dynamics, BPLM, Veeva, Trackwise, etc.)Physical / safety requirements:Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekendsPosition requires sitting for long hours, but may also involve walking or standing for long periods of timeVariable travel of 0-10% could be expectedMust be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbsMust be able to lift 20 lbs overheadMust be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), as requiredIn return, you'll be eligible for:Day One BenefitsMedical & Dental CoverageFlexible Spending AccountsLife and AD&D InsuranceSupplemental Life InsuranceSpouse Life InsuranceChild Life Insurance401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company MatchTime Off ProgramPaid HolidaysPaid Time OffPaid Parental Leave and moreAdoption Reimbursement ProgramEducation Assistance ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramCommunity and Volunteer Service ProgramEmployee Ownership PlanAdditional BenefitsShort and Long-Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Insurance BenefitsVision CoverageAccidentCritical IllnessHospital Indemnity InsuranceIdentity Theft ProtectionLegal and moreOnsite Campus AmenitiesWorkout FacilityCafeteriaCredit UnionCurrent benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job. It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.