Process Engineer

The Opportunity

Avantor is looking for a Process Engineer to contribute to the development and refinement of new manufacturing processes, methods or operational plans, and to the optimization and efficiency of manufacturing processes. This role will be a full-time position based out of our Paris, KY office.

• Ensure the reliability and scalability of processes and associated equipment when bringing new products into production.
• Document research findings and create necessary documentation.
• Oversee smaller‑scale improvement projects or process modifications within the manufacturing floor, ensuring successful implementation.
• Perform hands‑on execution of laboratory studies and/or technology projects.
• Address recurring but varied challenges within manufacturing operations, applying analytical skills to evaluate process variables and recommend effective solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, such as R&D, production, quality, and maintenance, and communicate with external parties, including equipment sub‑contractors or suppliers, to exchange technical insights and align on manufacturing and engineering objectives.
• Serve as the main technical point of contact for clients and stakeholders (including Design‑Build Proposals, scope, cost estimates, HSE checklists, schedules and all required project documents).
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams and vendors to ensure resource availability as needed.
• Evaluate and select equipment and contractors.
• Provide technical assistance to collaborating stakeholders including vendors, contractors and cross‑functional departments.
• Participate in corporate purchasing and legal contract reviews.
• Support the production and maintenance areas for equipment performance, problem solving, and energy usage optimization.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Chemical Engineering or related degree preferred).
• 3+ years of project engineering experience with 2+ years in a chemical manufacturing or industrial facility.
• Process Safety expertise to drive safety priorities and compliance with internal and industry standards, regulations, audits, and safety protocols.
• Experience working in a chemical, pharma, or medical device related industry.
• Strong Process Safety Management (PSM) and Management of Change (MOC) experience required.
• Understanding of cGMP, ISO, OSHA regulations.
• Quality/safety experience.
• Experience working within cross‑functional project teams on multiple projects with responsibility for entire project lifecycle and budgets.
• Ability to communicate complicated technical subjects to diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Experience with MS Office, SAP, CAD and document management systems preferred.
• Technical project planning expertise to own, lead, and execute projects from requirements and scope alignment to defining project tasks, milestones, and deliverables to commissioning/hand‑over and completion.
• Self‑starter able to work with limited information in a complex project landscape with minimum guidance.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at r