Process Engineer

LHH is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to serve as a technical expert to drive improvements in plant efficiency and reliability, lead root cause analysis, and support capital projects to improve process performance. This role requires 7-10 years of experience and strong analytical skills to interpret process data and identify trends. This direct hire role is in Ottawa, IL and the anticipated salary is between $98,000-$136,000 per year.

• Improve plant efficiency and reliability through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Proactively monitor operations and troubleshoot to prevent issues
• Conduct root cause analysis and lead efforts to eliminate production losses
• Support capital projects aimed at enhancing process performance and safety
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to solve problems
• Guide process changes, equipment upgrades, and operating parameters

• Minimum 7 years of experience working in a chemical plant or manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with root cause analysis preferred
• Prior experience leading or supporting capital projects preferred
• 401k + match
• 15 days PTO
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law

• The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers