Job Description
*Job Title: *Chemical Process Engineer
*Location:* Kingsport, TN
*Full Time/ Exempt Position*
*Job Summary: *The Process Engineer conducts various engineering studies and evaluations, designs process equipment and implements process improvements. Assignments include plant, processing and production operations, and other fiber related functions. They may serve as a supervisor of operations, business support, or professional personnel within the assigned area. Reviews and writes procedures. They will be responsible for SCP’s and participates in PHA’s.
*Duties and Responsibilities:*
* Responsible for the application and adherence of HSE and PSM standards and guidelines:
* Participate in HAZOPS, LOPA and incident investigation
* Suggest and implement technical improvement or new technology to improve the plant competitiveness
* Provide process engineering assistance to troubleshoot major operational problems, and maximize asset utilization
* Identify ways to increase product yields and reduce variable costs and develop the associated process scope to achieve the expected results
* Provide process assistance to the units as needed
* Design and implement capital projects: design process system, develop process flow diagram, develop piping and instrumentation diagram, write equipment and control specifications, perform material and energy balances
* Perform process commissioning and support start up activities during capital project execution
* Ensure the transfer of processes and new products from R&D to Production
* Follow up scale up activities and document them in written reports
* Study, develop and implement the new processes required for the production of new products
* Recommend, design, conduct and evaluate process testing for the purpose of quantifying unit performance for cost reduction
* Execute and/or follow up studies and projects in the domain of process improvement and/or development
* Provide technical training for employees as identified
* Develop written documentation about the production processes, facility and keep them up-to-date
* Perform auxiliary duties as assigned
* Support the Operations Manager in coaching the operational teams regarding process safety
* Contribute to the industrial network in the Global Business Unit to exchange best practices
* Contribute to the alert duty group being the contact for operational teams outside office hours
* Works in a safe and efficient manner
* Travel may be required
* Wear appropriate PPE
* Maintains a high attendance required
* Performs other duties as assigned
*Qualifications for the Job:*
* Requirements Analysis, Design Skills, Presenting Technical Information, Equipment Maintenance, Conceptual Skills, Quality Focus, General Consulting Skills, Control Engineering, Production Planning, Technical Zeal, Job Knowledge
* Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from accredited institution
* Effective written and oral communication skills
* Experience and proficiency in manufacturing management
* Proficiency on use of computer (word processing, spreadsheets, google mail, SAP, etc.)
* Effective people interactive skills
* 3 to 5 years of industry experience
*Key Competencies:*
* Computer literate
* Written and oral communication
* Chemical engineering technical background
* Strong people interaction skills
*Benefits:*
* Health insurance
* Dental insurance
* Vision Insurance
* Paid Time off
* 401k Retirement Plan
* Bonuses
No relocation package is offered for this position.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an extensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees are required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as required or directed.
Cerdia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
* Kingsport, TN 37660 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Kingsport, TN 37660: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Relocation,