Chemical Engineer; Metal Finishing; Lincoln, NH

Position: Chemical Engineer (Metal Finishing) - Lincoln, NH
Location: Lincoln

Job Overview The Chemical Engineer is responsible for contributing to the planning, directing, design, development, and implementation of Metal Finishing Engineering processes.  This role demands extensive technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of significant contributions to projects. The Chemical Engineer will provide guidance, drive innovations, and play a key role in ensuring the successful execution of Hubbell’s complex engineering initiatives.  

#LI-MM1A Day In The Life Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:
Assists with Metal Finishing processes and methods to minimize waste and increase the quality of products

Evaluate equipment and processes to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations

Develop new and enhance monitoring and testing processes to provide increased capability and process control

Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency

Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards

Monitor process equipment to identify potential errors, develop solutions to eliminate abnormalities

Ensure engineered solutions focus on reducing downtime, maintenance costs, and maintain or increase production levels while improving output, quality, and safety

Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes

Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential

Provide support and required documentation for all metal finishing operations including waste treatment equipment and processes

Responsible for compliance with local state and federal rules, regulations, and statuteds relating to hazardous materials and required reporting, including Hazmat transportation and manifests and industrial waste treatment

What will help you thrive in this role?

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (General, Mechanical, or Electrical), or related field (required) 6-8 years of progressive experience in engineering with a strong focus on design, development, or project management (required) Two to five years related experience in industrial metal finishing/plating

Wet Chemistry and AA solution analysisXRF thickness equipment experienceSDS understanding & evaluation HAZMAT, HAZWOPER, Emergency Action Plans, LERP’s, and Spill ResponseOSHA, EPA, DOT, NHDES (preferred) direct experience, training, and certificationCAD experience

Proficient with Microsoft Office software

Layouts, equipment positioning, and workflows

Work Instruction development, and ISO:9001 internal & external auditsSPCC, SWPP, and IDP programs
40-Hour Emergency Response Training required due to hazards associated with chemical and hazardous waste handling in the facility required by 29 CFR Hazardous Waste Operations training required by 29 CFR 265.16, 40 CFR 265.16, 49 CFR 171-172

Hazardous Waste Coordinator (training by NHDES will be required)
UST Training (training by NHDES will be required)
Hubbell Incorporated Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality…