As part of the plant operations team, this role will collaborate with technical staff, business group, corporate technology and engineering consultants to provide process engineering support.  The Process Engineer must be hands on and data focused, with the ability to work well with operators, plant maintenance teams, plant scheduling, and other multi-discipline teams. 

 

Key Activities

Regularly engage with operators on the plant floor to learn, optimize and troubleshoot process. Lead Plant Scale-Up efforts to bring new products from Lab Scale to Full Production Support DCS system (Delta-V) Update and maintain Process and Production Data collection systems (SAP and other Database systems). Drive standardization of process operation conditions and reduce process and measurement variability. Develop and drive production cost improvement initiatives for reduction of Waste, conservation of Energy, and increases of Yield and Efficiency. Support plant compliance with safety and environmental related regulatory requirements including OSHA, PSM, RMP, as well as other company policies and programs. Lead and contribute to capital and non-capital improvement projects throughout the Calumet City site. Demonstrate project management skills, include Stage-Gate process. Guide and participate in quality and process upset investigations including root cause analysis. Support optimal performance of multiple production processes. Lead plant PSM efforts such as PHA, LOPA’s, Relief Calculations, P&ID’s, MOC’s are compliant and up to date.    

 

Qualifications and Work Experience

Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing environment (chemical industry preferred) Experience with process safety and high hazard environment preferred Experience with batch chemical manufacturing preferred. Based in Calumet City, IL, with travel to vendors, corporate offices and other plants as required.

Demonstrated Competencies  

Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  Ability to understand and troubleshoot unit operations and define improvement to meet safety, environmental and production goals. Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously. Skilled database development and management skills. Strong interpersonal and communications skills (both written and verbal). Highly motivated team player able to work at a fast pace.