Chemical Engineer

Position Description

Title:

Chemical Engineer
Department:
Maintenance and Engineering
Immediate Supervisor:
Engineering Manager
Status:
Exempt Salaried
Position

Purpose:

The Chemical Engineer is responsible for designing, optimizing, and maintaining production processes to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. This role focuses heavily on process improvement, plant performance, and troubleshooting.

Principle Accountabilities

Monitor and optimize daily plant operations to maximize efficiency and output
Design and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and workflows
Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions
Analyze process data (temperature, pressure, flow rates) to improve performance
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA)
Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma)
Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Support plant start-ups, shutdowns, and equipment commissioning
Conduct root cause analysis for production failures or downtime
Evaluate raw materials and product quality to maintain consistency
Reviewing production metrics and KPIs
Adjusting process parameters to meet targets
Working on the plant floor with operators and technicians
Investigating equipment or process deviations
Participating in safety meetings and audits
Other tasks as needed

Essential Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (Master's preferred)
2-4 years of relevant experience, Manufacturing environment preferred

Process optimization and control knowledge
Knowledge of industrial equipment (reactors, distillation, pumps, heat exchangers)
Data analysis and problem-solving
Familiarity with process control systems (DCS/PLC)
Project management skills