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• Plan and coordinate production engineering processes on daily basis to produce high quality products.
• Provide engineering support for production and maintenance activities to ensure maximum production.
• Evaluate current production activities and make recommendations for improvements.
• Investigate problems, analyze root causes and derive resolutions.
• Develop and execute projects to further plant operations.
• Troubleshooting all steps in the manufacturing process and seeking improvement in procedures whenever necessary.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering. Advanced degree a plus.
• 3-5+ years’ experience working in the Chemical industry or related petro-chemical industry is preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of chemical manufacturing systems and processes.
• Experience with process optimization techniques.
• Experience working in a PSM site.
• Experience working in a complex, fast-paced and diverse team environment.

• Strong “troubleshooting / diagnostic” ability.
• Experience working in both batch and continuous operations.
• Experience in process automation and DCS (Distributed Control Systems).
• Knowledge of Federal / State EPA and OSHA standards, especially vital practices such as LOTO, CSE, etc.
• Working knowledge of Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP) as well as common Engineering Codes and Standards in the chemical industry.
• PSM / PHA knowledge preferred.
• Six Sigma knowledge and training a plus.
• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts and the ability to grasp modern state-of-the-art technology quickly.
• Broad understanding of business issues, metrics, organizational linkages, and customer value.
• Demonstrated analytical and project management skills.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and use of continuous improvement techniques such as Lean, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), Kaizen, and Six Sigma a plus.
• Experience using process modeling software (ChemCad, Aspen, Hysis).
• Experience using (CMMS) Computerized Maintenance Management System (e.g. Tabware).
• Proficient with ERP systems a plus.

• Demonstrated capability to analyze and troubleshoot operational and equipment problems and provide reasonable and accurate recommendations and solutions.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to individuals; ability to present complex situations in a concise manner.
• Must have ability to interact effectively with technical contacts, as well as hourly workforce.
• Good organizational, time management, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management skills preferred.
• Must have good problem solving skills using Statistical Process Control (SPC) as a tool.
• Computer skills are a must with knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS PowerPoint.
• Ability to build partnerships across and between functional groups and lead a project.
• Experience working in a Union environment is a plus. Proven experience and effectiveness managing a union hourly workforce is desired and preferred.

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms and paging.
• Must be able to work around hazardous chemicals and exposure to dust.
• Ability to regularly work in and be exposed to outside weather elements (i.e. rain, snow, cold, heat).
• Must be able to work day, afternoon and evening shifts, weekends, holidays and extra hours as scheduled and as needed.
• Must be able to be periodically “on-call” on designated weekends and holidays and available on-site during plant shutdowns / start-ups, plant commissioning and decommissioning activities, and other operational events, planned and unplanned when required.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts if required.
• Physical ability to regularly work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs and ladders, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouch or squat, twist, stooping and standing.
• Must be able to work at high elevations when necessary and required.
• Frequent need to talk, hear, and use hands.
• Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 10 lbs. routinely and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

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  Analytical Thinking – Logically breaking problems down into their essential elements; carrying out diagnosis and developing solutions.
• Innovativeness - Generating original and imaginative ideas and solutions to problems.
• Strategic Thinking – Taking the longer term into consideration and developing broad scale objectives.
• Conceptual Thinking – Identifying key issues, seeing relationships and drawing elements together in to broad, coherent frameworks.

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  Ability To Learn – Quickly understanding and applying information, concepts and strategies.
• Adaptability – Maintaining effectiveness in different situations, environments and cultures.
• Flexibility – Ability to alter behavior and opinions in the light of new information or changing situations.
• Self-Control – Continuing to perform effectively in stressful and difficult circumstances.
• Tenacity – Repeated and enduring efforts to overcome obstacles and/or to complete tasks.
• Thoroughness – Seeking completeness and accuracy.

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  Rational Persuasion – Building persuasive arguments based on logic, data, and the objective merits of the situation.
• Concern for Impact – Actively anticipating and responding to the feelings, needs and concerns of others.

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  Initiative – Engaging in proactive behavior; seizing opportunities.
• Critical Information Seeking – Gathering critical information from key sources to assist problem solving.
• Results Orientation – Focusing attention on key objectives; wanting effective outcomes.
• Concern for Standards – Pursuing excellence in line with the organization’s norms and values.