Process Engineer

Location: Belle

Process Engineer

Reports To:

Production Manager

Education and Experience:

* B.S. in Chemical Engineering

* Technical understanding of applied process development/process engineering and implementation for both batch and continuous processes.

* Good communication skills with customers, coworkers, and vendors/contractors.

* A broad knowledge of Process Safety Management, process safety, CPI practices and standards, and regulatory compliance.

* MS, PE/EIT nice but optional.

Main functions:

Process development and Engineering, production coordination and tracking, customer interface, planning, and communications, laboratory/specifications development and coordination, and technical resource for EHS and all plant personnel groups to safely startup and establish new products and to improve efficiencies for existing product (yield/process improvements).

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Production Coordination and Tracking

* Maintain and oversee Production Tracking Sheets for critical production/processes

* Maintain Customer interface and communications

* Develop and manage Batch Sheets for various processes as needed

* Become 'process expert' with focus on new processes; also includes existing processes

* Evaluations (new & existing processes)

* Developing draft PFDs, and mass & energy balances

* Evaluating Optima's process capability and unit operation deficiencies for new processes

* Generate specifications for raw materials and in-process samples

* Scale-up and Design

* Work with customer and internal personnel on an ongoing basis to evaluate the practical technical aspects of their R&D/scale-up work and provide guidance for most practical paths.

* Model unit operations and generate PFDs and P&IDs for "cradle-to-grave" processes

* Provide information to support air emissions submissions to regulatory (for Emission Master computer system).

* Working knowledge of Delta

V Controls System or similar with the ability to learn

* Assist Controls Engineer with SOC details/Instrument/Control and Interlock strategies

* Capital Project Management

* Project oversight for new equipment install and technical resource for design efforts

* Vendor/contractor interface

* Plant Tests and Production

* Develop Procedures, campaign change-over documents

* Assist with Process Hazard Reviews

* Lead/Assist with waste minimization efforts

* Generate Pre-startup documents and shepherd sign-offs

* Inventory (raw materials & products) control projects

* Logistics (packaging supplies, production supplies, shipping/receiving materials)

* Lead transitioning efforts of new processes to Operations

Duties & Responsibilities (continued):

* Operator Training

* Safety

* New & existing process chemistry and unit operations

* Troubleshooting

* Process issues in the plant

* Process improvements

* Maintenance coordination including critical equipment/parts sourcing

* Mentor other Process Engineers and Co-op Engineering students and coordinate project efforts as needed

Competencies:

* Recommended experience in a chemical or manufacturing industry.

* Proficient in English, must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Ability to work well in a team environment.

* Excellent math skills.

* Ability to troubleshoot, schedule and plan maintenance.

* Ability to develop and deliver clear and concise presentations along with detailed reports.

* Must have finger dexterity for typing and keyboard use.

* Overtime may be required.

* Consistent and regular attendance required.