Process Development Engineer II - Filtration; Manufacturing, Life Sciences

Process Development Engineer II - Filtration; Manufacturing, Life Sciences; Portage, WI**

If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.

We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

**The Process Development Engineer II for Filtration will serve as a key technical resource on the sites filtration equipment and process capabilities, playing a critical role in the development, scale-up, and production transfer of new filter products at our Portage, WI manufacturing facility.**

**Will lead technical efforts to develop robust, scalable manufacturing processes, working cross-functionally with commercial teams, application engineers, global sites, and internal departments throughout the product development lifecycle.**

Key Accountabilities:

**Process Development & Scale-Up**

+ Lead the development and optimization of assigned manufacturing processes for new filter products to Portage.

+ Evaluate technical feasibility and develop proposals including cost estimates, resource requirements, and development timelines for scale-up at the Portage site.

+ Execute scale-up and validation activities, ensuring process capability, repeatability, and alignment with quality and regulatory standards.

+ Drive the successful transfer of new products into full-scale production, including documentation, training, and process validation.

+ Collaborate with commercial teams, application engineers, and other global sites to align on product requirements and development needs.

+ Partner with Portage-based teams (manufacturing, quality, maintenance, etc.) to support process integration, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

**Technical Leadership & Support**

+ Serve as a technical resource on Portage filtration equipment and capabilities, contributing to the broader Filtration technical organization.

+ Support change management activities, customer complaint investigations, and equipment maintenance efforts.

+ Document and share best practices, lessons learned, and technical insights to strengthen organizational knowledge.

Essential Functions:

**New Product Process Development & Scale-Up** : Independently execute assigned technical tasks for new filter product opportunities at the Portage site, from feasibility assessment through scale-up, validation, and transfer to manufacturing. Collaborate cross-functionally with commercial, product design, quality, and operations teams.

**Project Documentation & Communication** : Manage and document project activities effectively, including the preparation of technical reports, SOPs, validation protocols, and presentations. Communicate findings and progress to internal stakeholders (e.g., product management, quality, manufacturing) and external partners (e.g., suppliers, OEMs, toolmakers).

**Technical Support & Continuous Improvement** : Provide technical support for filtration-related needs across Life Sciences, including pilot and production trials, best practice sharing, equipment and capability development, and customer complaint resolution.

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**Education**

Bachelors degree in Engineering (mechanical, chemical or related field), Required.

**Work Experience**

3+ years of Engineering experience within Manufacturing, supporting process engineering/improvement, development, etc.; Required.

Experience within engineering capacity supporting plastics manufacturing, new equipment design, modification and automation; Preferred.

Proficiency in data/statistical analysis, root cause investigation and continuous improvement methodologies; Required.

Experience with polymer processing and equipment, plus controls design/modification; Preferred.

Experience with CAD (Solidworks); Preferred.

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Travel upwards of 10% - other manufacturing sites, application/R&D labs, business meetings, etc.; Required.

**Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.**

+ Health and Wellbeing Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

+ Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

+ Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

+ LiveWell Wellness Program

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

+ Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

+ Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

+ 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan

+ Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

+ Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

+ Additional Benefits Helping shape the experience and impact you want

+ Commuter Benefits

+ Group Legal

+ Identity Theft Protection

+ Auto and Home Insurance

+ Pet Insurance and Discounts

+ Back-up Child & Elder Care

+ PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

Saint-Gobains innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the worlds leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in lifes critical moments.

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, weve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, youre empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.

**Join Us at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences. Together, well create a better life.**

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