Operations Engineer

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at  or connect with us on Linked In or Twitter

Peekskill, NY, US, 10566

The Operations Engineer leverages chemical process engineering insight towards management and execution of projects at the Peekskill site. The role provides support to other technical initiatives as needed for operational support and plant optimization. In addition, the role works in close collaboration with project managers and functional groups at the site providing technical support where needed.

The Operations Engineer will troubleshoot, observe and identify opportunities for continuous improvement of manufacturing processing, equipment, utilities and safety. Through understanding of site processes, data analysis and collaboration with Process Engineers, Operations, Quality and Safety personnel, initiatives will be presented for consideration.

The Operations Engineer will also lead all phases of assigned capital and/or expense projects as determined by these initiatives, site/business priorities and the capital spending budget. This includes scope development, detailed design, cost estimating, authorization request development, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and EHS Reviews. All such activities must be done in accordance with established policies and procedures. Projects must meet agreed-to requirements for cost, functionality and schedule and be completed safely.

• Data collection/analysis
• Basic LEAN/Six Sigma concepts
• Project cost justification
• Management of change
• Lead all phases (scope development, cost estimating, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and startup) of capital/expense projects.
• Act independently with general direction and supervision.
• Identifies the need for and assemble/lead teams for plant optimization and operational support as required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic AutoCAD skills.
• Strong communication skills

• BS in Chemical Engineering
• 3+ years experience in a chemical process manufacturing environment
• Capital project management experience
• Proven history in unit operations troubleshooting and optimization.
• Experience with production optimization and process design for a broad range of unit operations, including waste treatment, solids handling, reactors, furnaces, dryers and fume scrubbers.
• Strong process troubleshooting experience.
• Exper…