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Job Summary: 

The Process Engineer is responsible for the coordination and implementation of processes at assigned plant.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

  • Perform risk assessment and evaluate on a risk scale processes using PFMEA, PHA, FTA or any appropriate analysis method. 
  • Complete product readiness evaluation.  Evaluate products from Technical department and determine if the product can be made with current machines and equipment. 
  • Assess current processes to establish a baseline, document and interpret parameters. 
  • Document and report results of new product launches to management. 
  • Make recommendations to improve new products, processes, and/or parameters. 
  • Work with the EHS department to create new equipment work instructions.  This can include LOTO processes, equipment operations, etc.
  • Work with the customer to develop, configure, and optimize production processes from inception through certification. 
  • Work with the maintenance department to design, run, test, and upgrade systems and processes.      This includes the collection and entry of data.
  • Develop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output.
  • Preform process simulations for new processes and product lines.  This may begin on a lab size scale and move to a production scale. 
  • Take calls as needed to assist Production personnel with process related issues during off hours.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

 

Education & Experience: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering required.
  • 0-3 year’s related experience in a working or classroom environment.

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Familiarity with chemical process control systems (DCS or PLC) preferred. 
  • Familiarity with Process Safety Management preferred.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate (verbal and written) effectively.
  • Must be able to work effectively in a team environment. 
  • Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. 
  • Willing and able to take calls during off hours.

 

Work Environment: 

  • This position operates primarily in a professional office environment. 
  • The role routinely uses standard office equipment.

 

Physical Demands:  

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.