Process Engineer – Chemical Manufacturing

About the role

A multi-billion dollar global technology leader in the chemical industry is hiring a Process Engineer to provide technical service and support to an assigned production unit. This is a hands-on technical role focused on driving improvements in quality, cost, safety, and emissions across daily unit operations, with real visibility into engineering, production, and regulatory decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, environmentally sound working environment and support adherence to regulatory requirements
• Collaborate on annual budgets, operating reviews, and economic studies
• Monitor daily unit operations and identify opportunities to improve quality, reduce costs, enhance safety, and lower emissions
• Develop and conduct tests to evaluate proposed operating changes affecting product quality, production capacity, or cost
• Investigate the feasibility of new technology, safety improvements, and planned capacity changes
• Provide technical support for PSM/RMP and other regulatory programs
• Design and document chemical processes for new and improved products, including equipment selection and process scale-up
• Coordinate process development efforts with engineering, production, and management to maximize equipment uptime and product quality
• Write procedures and train personnel on safe operation of new equipment
• Lead selected projects, including planning, coordination, and progress reporting
• Troubleshoot and design improvements to optimize plant operations and reduce costs
• Supervise technicians as needed

Requirements

• BS in Chemical Engineering required
• Chemical process experience in manufacturing, petrochemicals, or a related industry required
• 10+ years of experience as a Process Engineer in a chemical or petroleum manufacturing environment strongly desired
• Comfort working across cross-cultural teams
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, maintain good mobility, work 12-hour shifts, and climb stairs multiple times per shift
• Strong communication skills and ability to interface across engineering, maintenance, and management teams

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of success in a similar role, with a focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving. They should be able to work independently and collaboratively, and possess excellent organizational and analytical skills.

Skills

• Strong technical skills in chemical engineering
• Experience with process optimization and improvement
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong project management and leadership abilities

Benefits

Up to $110,000 base (depending on experience), plus sign-on bonus, 8-12% annual bonus, strong paid relocation assistance

Pay

Up to $110,000 base (depending on experience)

Schedule

12-hour shifts, climbing stairs repeatedly, lifting up to 50 lbs