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Manufacturing Engineer

Agilent Technologies
September 08, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Newport, DE
Operations
Role: Manufacturing Engineer supporting LC Column manufacturing, focusing on process engineering and equipment design for silica production, especially silica functionalization. Responsibilities: provide daily engineering support, partner with chemistry and production teams, lead or support capital projects to enhance safety, capacity, and quality; manage project timelines and budgets; develop technical specifications; troubleshoot equipment and processes; support validation and commissioning; drive continuous improvement using Lean and problem-solving methodologies. Requirements: bachelor's in mechanical, chemical, or manufacturing engineering; 4+ years in chemical, pharma, or life sciences manufacturing; experience in process support, equipment design, troubleshooting, and project management; strong analytical and communication skills. Preferred: knowledge of process equipment, PLC automation, P&ID review, Lean/Six Sigma, and capital equipment support. HighValue: chemical manufacturing environment, silica-based processes for HPLC columns, process and equipment optimization, capital project management, cross-functional collaboration. Work setup: full-time, day shift, occasional travel, salary range $103,200–$161,250 plus benefits.