Senior Engineer I Manufacturing - Exton, PA

Senior Engineer I Manufacturing

Exton, PA

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will provide technical leadership, machine design, and processing expertise towards the process development, scale up, and commercialization for new and existing product lines. They will be leading a large team of Research, Commercialization, & Quality Engineers tasked with developing and/or improving current and future Biomedical products/processes. This role will direct or participate on project teams within the PMP/project management process. The engineer will lead the implementation of the project to production.

Key Responsibilities:

Identifying and optimizing product/process variables required for maximizing product/process performance at prototype, lab/pilot, and full production scale
Leading evaluation of final product specifications by prototyping products/processes and performing experiments; from lab to production scale
Developing novel process/tooling concepts for new process development, and evaluate concepts based upon manufacturing key performance indicators (KPIs)
Proving product/process performance at prototype, lab/pilot scale, and full production scale
Leading evaluation of scale up options, selection, & implementation by leading sub projects, providing project updates, and offering input for the next phases
Evaluate, identify and recommend/implement improvements (productivity, efficiency, reliability) to existing processes (melt processing, chemical, machining or mechanical) or products.
Support research efforts related to identifying and/or evaluating new technologies, biomaterials and/or medical implants.

We Bring:

A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits
A place to grow and develop
A company that is purpose-led and performance-driven in a corporate culture that values people and planet
The opportunity to work on growing brands and build on a strong foundation
The chance to make improvements and make an impact on the business

You Bring:

Bachelors or Master’s degree in Engineering – Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or related field

Knowledge and experience working with manufacturing machinery and tooling in a medical device environment or related industry.
Experience in polymer processing required.
Knowledge and experience with leading technology, application and implementation of manufacturing automation, robotics and data exchange in manufacturing technologies (Industry 4.0).

Proficient in the use of MSOffice, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Minitab, CAD Software, and SharePoint
Demonstrated project management experience. Ability to apply Project Management techniques according to PMP. DSM PMP Silver training preferred

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.