Process Technology Engineer - Estane NA

Location:

Becksville / Wickliffe, OH, US

Job type:
Full‑time, on‑site.

Travel required:

Domestic and international.

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact on your career, your community, and the world around you.

As a Process Technology Engineer‑Estane NA, you will lead innovation in Lubrizol’s Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) manufacturing. Your work will challenge the status quo, identify and deploy innovative technologies, and improve process capability, product quality, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage. You will generate high‑quality technical documentation to strengthen knowledge retention and accelerate capability growth across Lubrizol’s global manufacturing network.

• Develop the Most Effective Technology (MET) by benchmarking current practices and external technologies and identifying high‑impact MET opportunities.
• Develop technology roadmaps that push the envelope of TPU manufacturing.
• Implement MET to enhance process capability, product quality, and operational efficiency metrics.

• Lead or support transformative improvements of existing processes, using advanced problem‑solving and digital tools such as statistical data analysis, data modeling, and AI‑assisted analysis to unlock performance.
• Support new‑product scale‑ups through structured experimentation (DOE) and pilot trials that push the boundaries of material performance, manufacturability, and speed‑to‑market.

• Provide Process Technology support to the MA process to enable safe, reliable scale‑up of new products and process changes.
• Reinforce Lubrizol’s safety culture by ensuring the execution of operational risk assessments and the Management of Change (MOC) process for raw material and process equipment changes. Identify hazards, define safeguards, document training requirements, and verify controls and procedures before startup.

• Produce clear, well‑structured documentation, capturing results, learnings, and future improvement opportunities to institutionalize innovation and accelerate onboarding of future engineers.
• Develop and maintain technical standards that support MET deployment and codify best practices across the global network.

• Bachelor’s in Chemical/Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in chemical, polymer, or specialty manufacturing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams across global locations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; capable of producing high‑quality technical documentation.
• Experience with advanced problem‑solving tools such as DOE, SPC, Minitab/JMP, modeling, and AI.
• Flexibility to attend occasional off‑hour meetings with global team members.

• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in chemical/polymers/TPU process technology.

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.

• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus plans.
• 401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution.
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.
• Flexible work environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career and professional growth.
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement.