Process Chemical Engineer

Process Engineer IIIAbout the Role

We are seeking a Process Engineer III to support the scale-up and commercialization of new specialty chemical products while driving improvements across existing manufacturing operations. This position will play a key role in transitioning products from pilot-scale development to full-scale production, ensuring safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes.

The Process Engineer will work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, EHS, and R&D teams to optimize process performance, improve yields, troubleshoot equipment and process issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives within a batch chemical manufacturing environment.

• Lead process scale-up activities for new product introductions from pilot production through commercial manufacturing.

• Monitor and analyze Statistical Process Control (SPC) data for critical manufacturing processes.

• Drive improvements in yield, cycle time, quality, throughput, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

• Investigate process deviations, product failures, and nonconforming material reports (NCMRs), performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.

• Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing procedures, batch records, and work instructions.

• Troubleshoot process equipment, including pumps, piping systems, valves, mixers, and environmental control systems.

• Support process validation, batch qualification, and operator training activities.

• Lead or support capital equipment and process improvement projects.

• Coordinate with Production and Maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and calibration compliance.

• Participate in Management of Change (MOC) activities related to equipment modifications and process improvements.

• Support plant EHS initiatives, regulatory compliance efforts, auditing activities, and waste management programs.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and long-term manufacturing performance.

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering.

• 3+ years of chemical process engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience supporting chemical synthesis processes, preferably batch manufacturing operations.

• Hands-on experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC).

• Root cause analysis and corrective action experience.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with P&IDs, process controls, pumps, piping systems, control valves, mixers, and related process equipment.

• 5-8 years of Process Engineering experience.

• Experience scaling new products from pilot to commercial production.

• Capital project leadership experience.

• Experience with NCMRs, CAPA programs, and quality systems.

• EHS and regulatory compliance experience.

• Operator training and process validation experience.

• Opportunity to lead the scale-up of innovative products from development to commercial production.

• High-impact role with direct influence on manufacturing performance, quality, and operational excellence.

• Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional exposure to Operations, Quality, Maintenance, EHS, and R&D.

• Annual performance bonus opportunity.

• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount on company stock.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 6 weeks paid parental leave.

• Wellness program with potential employer HSA/FSA contributions.

• Competitive PTO package starting at 25 days annually.

• Strong career growth opportunities within a global technology and manufacturing organization.

This is a Permanent position based out of West Haven, CT.

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

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