Sr. Principal Process Engineer
Baxter · Round Lake, IL
CMCFull-time$128k–$176kCompany career page
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Role summary
Senior Principal Process Engineer at a manufacturing site supporting process automation and equipment reliability improvements. Role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence, implement Industry 4.0 initiatives, and ensure compliance with engineering and quality standards.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or related engineering field
- 8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
- Strong regulatory compliance, safety standards, and validation knowledge
- Expertise in automation platforms, motion control, VFDs, and SCADA systems
- Proficiency with structured risk-reduction tools (FMEA) and Six Sigma methodologies
- Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies (AI vision, robotics, data integration)
- Not allergic to Penicillin/Cephalosporin; onsite full-time role, <10% travel
What you'll be doing
- Support daily operations by improving control systems, addressing obsolescence, and increasing equipment reliability
- Develop and implement improvement strategies aligned with site priorities and business objectives
- Troubleshoot and optimize automated equipment to boost throughput, uptime, and repeatability
- Lead root-cause analysis, NCR/CAPA investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide technical leadership and training to production teams and cross-functional groups
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