Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Join Clariant and become part of the Care Chemicals business unit, where you will support the planning and execution of small to medium capital projects that improve plant safety, reliability, and operational performance. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will help translate operational and maintenance needs into defined project scopes, support capital expenditure proposals, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

This role offers hands‑on exposure to chemical manufacturing processes, technical equipment, and Clariant business systems, providing a strong foundation for career development.

• Develop project scopes, specifications, and basic engineering documentation for small to medium capital projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Prepare initial cost estimates and project timelines for capital expenditure proposals, gathering necessary data from vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Support the creation of capital appropriation requests (CARs) by compiling technical information, justifications, and preliminary designs.
• Conduct site inspections and field verifications to gather accurate information for project planning and implementation.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to obtain quotes, technical specifications, and delivery timelines for equipment and services.
• Create and maintain project documentation including drawings, specifications, change orders, and project status reports.
• Participate in risk assessments and safety reviews to ensure capital projects comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project progress against established milestones and budgets, reporting variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Assist in equipment and system commissioning activities, including development of testing protocols and documentation of results.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including operations, maintenance, and quality to ensure capital projects meet user requirements.

• BS in Engineering or related field with direct experience in plant maintenance.
• 1+ year of experience in manufacturing or engineering consulting.
• Knowledge of complex technical equipment used in chemical manufacturing or similar industrial settings.

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• PTO time with carry‑over
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• EAP program
• Spending and savings accounts
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• Pet insurance
• Online discount mall
• Auto/Home insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Legal services plan

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.