Sr. Chemical Process Engineer at Sr. Chemical Process Engineer Huntersville, NC

Position Overview

We are seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot chemical manufacturing processes. This role will focus on process efficiency, safety, cost reduction, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in chemical reactions, equipment design, and process improvement to drive operational excellence.

Process Design & Optimization:

• Develop, analyze, and optimize chemical processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Design and evaluate equipment, piping systems, and process flow diagrams (PFDs & P&IDs).
• Implement process modifications to enhance safety, productivity, and sustainability.

Manufacturing Support & Troubleshooting:

• Provide technical support to production teams for troubleshooting process issues.
• Perform root cause analysis for process failures and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure optimal equipment performance.

Equipment & Technology Integration:

• Specify, select, and evaluate pumps, heat exchangers, reactors, and filtration systems.
• Work with vendors to assess new equipment, materials, and automation technologies.
• Develop and execute process scale‑up strategies from laboratory to full‑scale production.

Safety, Compliance & Environmental Regulations:

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards for chemical processing.
• Conduct process hazard analyses (PHA), HAZOP reviews, and risk assessments.
• Support the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.

Continuous Improvement & Project Management:

• Lead process improvement projects to reduce waste, energy usage, and production costs.
• Use Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with R&D, quality, and operations teams to enhance overall process performance.

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.

Experience:

• 5-7+ years of experience in chemical process engineering, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Hands‑on experience with chemical reactions, heat & mass transfer, and fluid dynamics.
• Familiarity with process modeling and simulation tools (e.g., Aspen Plus, ChemCAD, MATLAB, etc.).

Skills:

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work both independently and within cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills for technical reporting and cross‑department collaboration.
• Project management experience is a plus.