Process Engineer at Elanco in Clinton, Indiana

Job Description:

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Your Role: Process Engineer

The process engineer is a technical leader in the operations area he/she is assigned within Clinton Labs, Elanco’s largest US manufacturing center.  He/she will be a subject matter expert with respect to the process and the equipment, engaged in troubleshooting, data analysis, and regulatory compliance.  The process engineer will play a key role in multi-disciplinary teams to continuously improve the process area in the aspects of safety, reliability, quality, operability, throughput, and cost.

Your Responsibilities:  

• The primary focus for this position will be providing technical support and engineering solutions to process and equipment related issues.




• Shared responsibility for regulatory compliance.




• Be knowledgeable enough on the computer support systems to aid in troubleshooting the process, analyzing data, and conversing with the operators.




• Drive continuous improvement throughout the process, which will involve working with maintenance and operations and the management of some capital projects.  Project work may include defining project scope, selecting appropriate equipment, overseeing design and construction, and performing qualification activities.




• Collaborate with other process area members to evaluate sources of variability and find ways to reduce them.  Possible sources of variability will involve the process, equipment, operator execution, and procedures.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): 

• Education: BS or MS in engineering (mechanical or chemical)

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Good problem-solving skills to understand the scope of a problem and drive to resolution.




• High degree of competence regarding communication skills (written & verbal).




• Self-motivated team player with the ability to work, prioritize multiple activities, and deliver results with minimal supervision

Additional Information:  

• Travel: less than 5%

• Location: Clinton, IN

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!  

Elanco Benefits and Perks: 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include: 

• Multiple relocation packages 

• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO) 

• 8-week parental leave 

• 9 Employee Resource Groups 

• Annual bonus offering 

• Flexible work arrangements 

• Up to 6% 401K matching 

#LI_MNLC

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status