Process Engineer

WHO WE ARE

We are a leading supplier of methacrylate chemistry. As a global company with around 2,900 employees, we are represented on four continents. We serve a global market with our MERACRYL® methacrylates and PMMA molding compounds under the PLEXIGLAS® brand (in the Americas registered under the trademark ACRYLITE®), which we manufacture in our worldwide production network. Our products supply growth markets including the automotive, construction, and medical technology industries.

Röhm is committed to operating with social responsibility, and sustainability forms an integral part of our business strategy. We view our employees as our strength, and we value diversity and inclusion. If you thrive in an environment where individual contributions are both visible and recognized, Röhm may be right for you.

The Process Engineer provides support for the Röhm America Production Site in Bay City, Texas, Manufacturing Operation comprising the Formalin, MAL, MMA Reaction, and Purification plants, as well as Utilities. This role is responsible for all aspects of process engineering for the safe and efficient operation of process equipment. This role will additionally lead, develop, and/or contribute to process improvements aligning closely with related functions within the organization.

This position will be located at the Roehm Bay City, Texas, MMA manufacturing facility.

• Provide technical assistance and procedural development for processes and equipment.
• Apply technical knowledge of reactors, distillation, clarifiers, boilers, and thermal oxidizers to improve production efficiency and safety.
• Understand, review and maintain key operating design documents including Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&’s).
• Provide support for site safety, environmental, quality and cost goals.
• Collaborate and provide technical support to site Operations, Maintenance and Engineering to identify, develop and implement process optimization measures.
• Using technical knowledge, lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities for malfunctions and deviations in Operations, QA, and Engineering processes including development of mitigation measures. Develop and perform data analyses and evaluations.
• Track and trend key performance indicators (KPIs), production data, rates, shift logs and other pertinent information to drive continuous improvement and minimize downtime.
• Prepare reports as needed summarizing the status of ongoing projects.
• Actively participate in Process Safety Management work practices such as Management of Change (MOC) and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA).
• Responsible for engineering and procurement specifications for equipment.
• Promote a positive culture by close collaboration with Operations, Engineering and Maintenance to resolve issues.
• Develop, implement and improve standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Develop and deploy digital operation tools and methods.
• Ensure / support that adequate process related equipment maintenance systems and programs are in place and that such programs are operated in a safe and efficient manner meeting or exceeding all regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• B.S. or more advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience working experience within continuous processing industries including chemical or petrochemical related manufacturing.
• Strong technical skills with ability to work collaboratively with other departments and international teams.
• Thorough knowledge of reactors, distillation, clarifiers, boilers and thermal oxidizers.
• Must demonstrate a working knowledge of all applicable engineering principles and standards and their application.
• Knowledge of operating processes, equipment, and materials, as well as critical analysis skills are needed to effectively evaluate manufacturing performance and develop improvements.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Familiar with and ability to learn SAP, process simulation tools and other process engineering applications such as Aspen and related applications.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability and desire to…