Sr. Process Engineer

Description

Summary

This position is a contributor to the safe and efficient operation of the Pasadena, TX chemical facility. This position will focus on improvement and process troubleshooting efforts to optimize production rates, yield, and quality while maintaining a high level of plant safety. The Senior Engineer will provide technical solutions and ideas tailored around safety mitigation, process optimization, and cost management. The position will also have PM / PR responsibilities supporting Pasadena site CAPEX.

Workflow to this position would typically develop from a member of the Pasadena Site Leadership Team, primarily the Engineering Manager. Technical guidance will be available through the Engineering Manager or various external sources.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement improvement projects by using data from Stable Ops, OEE and First Time Prime. Develop scope for these projects, as well as, time schedules and cost estimates for all sized CAPEX, as needed.

Ensure successful completion of documentation for technical changes and projects under their management, including EHS documentation.

Support safety and environmental process activities

Continuous improvement in productivity of the manufacturing facility. This includes working with plant personnel to improve rates and yields through changes to process equipment, procedures, and operator training. Perform failure and root cause analysis and make technical recommendations for repairs and replacements considering economics and plant availability risks

Mentor less experienced FTE engineers, as well as, assist in leading the growth / development of rotational engineers

Ensure compliance with all elements of process safety management including manufacturing procedures, participating in project and design hazard reviews, PHRs, MOC reviews.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum BS Engineering with at least 7+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing

Experience with batch chemical processes

Leading and executing capital projects within budget

Utilities experience would be a plus

Strong technical problem-solving ability

Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

Skilled in successfully overcoming technical challenges

Skilled in identifying opportunities for optimization and implementing ideas

Proficiency with data historians and trending software such as ASPEN

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.