Senior Process Engineer
Posted On:
12 May 2026
Job Category:
Operations & Engineering
At Terumo, we advance lifesaving medical technologies to benefit society. Are you eager to make a difference with us? Here, you’ll grow your expertise while staying true to your personal aspirations.
Guided by our Japanese heritage, we act with respect, take ownership, and pursue continuous improvement. If you see yourself in our values, keep reading; this might be the opportunity you're looking for.
Department Info
Terumo is a global manufacturer of medical devices, with a strong production footprint in Leuven, where approximately 800 million hypodermic needles and injection solutions are produced annually.
Within the Pharmaceutical Solutions department, we focus on highly customized products developed according to the specific needs, medicines and questions of our pharmaceutical customers. To enable this high level of personalization, Terumo has invested heavily in flexible, highly automated production technologies. Our site proudly carries the title Factory of the Future, recognizing both our advanced production environment and our people-oriented culture. As a Senior Process Engineer, you will be part of a cross-functional production team where engineering, quality, maintenance and operations work closely together to continuously improve processes, yield and quality.
Job Summary
As a Senior Process Engineer, you analyze, develop and implement improvements in highly automated production processes to sustainably increase quality, yield and efficiency. You thrive in a dynamic environment where initiative, problem‑solving and collaboration are key. Acting as a bridge between production and projects, you contribute from concept to stable implementation.
Job Responsibilities
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Analyze existing production processes to formulate, develop, test and implement process improvements and solve current issues
- Optimize production systems with a strong focus on OEE, quality and yield
- Define, implement and safeguard process standards
- Identify and prioritize bottlenecks and production issues using data-driven analysis
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Define success criteria and perform thorough problem analyses using structured problem‑solving techniques
- Develop, coordinate and implement improvement proposals across departments
- Ensure permanent implementation and sustainability of solutions
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Take an active role in change management through training, procedures and clear communication
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Implement, manage and optimize digital systems to visualize and analyze production performance
- Act as the link between production and project teams for new installations, from initiation to aftercare
- Manage the complete COC process and lead p‑FMEA after project delivery, ensuring feedback to SIPOC
Profile Description
- Master’s degree in Electromechanics or equivalent, or a Bachelor’s degree with additional relevant experience
- At least 5 years of experience in production environments with fully automated assembly lines
- Strong knowledge of process expertise (technology & delivery base, implementation, risks), process control tools (such as 6S), engineering studies and process capability
- Affinity with PLCs, robotics, cobots, AI or industrial engineering
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Open to change and motivated to continuously learn new skills
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Proactive in tackling challenges and finding solutions when outcomes are not immediately clear
- Excellent communication, organizational and project management skills
- Natural team player who enjoys cross-functional collaboration
- Fluent in Dutch and English
Offer
At Terumo, you will work in a dynamic, high-tech production environment where you have plenty of opportunities to take initiative and make an impact. Curiosity, ownership and coaching others are part of everyday work. You will gather the right input to analyze complex problems, persuade stakeholders to adopt new concepts and act as a coach within your area of expertise. In return, we offer an attractive salary package complemented by meal vouchers and access to a subsidized company restaurant. Because Care is one of our core values, we also provide a pension plan, hospitalization insurance, disability insurance and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
You will join a Factory of the Future with strong investment in people, technology and continuous improvement, offering plenty of room for personal development, ownership and impact. During the recruitment process, you will meet the hiring manager and several passionate Terumo colleagues who are eager to share their experience.
Contact Person
Marjolein Buyl - Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Working at Terumo means advancing healthcare with heart. Here, you are empowered to grow your own way, inspired to create to innovate, and supported as we get there together. Join us in shaping a healthier future for our patients, society, and each other.