Senior Process Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to play a critical role in advancing our manufacturing operations through process optimization, automation, and capital project leadership. This position is ideal for a hands‑on engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys driving meaningful improvements in safety, efficiency, and reliability.

In this role, you will lead key initiatives that directly impact production performance and long-term operational success. You’ll partner closely with cross‑functional teams and have the opportunity to influence both day‑to‑day operations and future‑state capabilities.

• Lead process design, scale‑up, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Optimize production for yield, throughput, quality, and cost efficiency
• Troubleshoot complex process and equipment challenges
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards

• Lead capital projects from concept through commissioning
• Develop equipment specifications and support vendor selection
• Oversee installation, startup, and validation activities
• Manage contractors and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

• Develop capital justifications including ROI and payback analysis
• Manage CAPEX budgets and track project performance
• Provide clear reporting and ensure responsible investment decisions
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, EHS, and IT teams
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff
• Drive continuous improvement across processes and systems

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment
• Proven experience leading capital projects
• Hands‑on experience with PLCs, automation, and process control systems

• Strong understanding of process control and instrumentation
• Experience with industrial automation, SCADA, and HMI systems
• Familiarity with industrial networks (Ether Net/IP, Modbus, Profibus)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics

• Experience in specialty chemicals, polymers, or batch processing
• Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., D365)
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification
• PE license

This is a high‑impact position that plays a key role in shaping the future of our operations. You will have direct influence on safety, productivity, and capital investments, while helping build scalable systems that support continued growth.