Sr. Process Engineer

At INEOS Pigments, we value the contribution of our people in making us one of the largest producers of titanium dioxide in North America. Providing numerous products and services to industries around the globe, from coatings to plastics to paper and other end-uses, we invest in employee development and offer a wide range of career opportunities, offering everyone the chance to broaden their experience and build a professionally rewarding career.The Process Engineer III provides technical support to the manufacturing operations to assure that these operations meet planned objectives related to safety, quality, quantity and cost. They are primarily responsible for providing process design recommendations for development of process improvements and capital projects, perform process optimization studies and plant trials, and perform Process Hazard Analysis reviews to meet Process Safety requirements. They may assist in mentoring junior engineers. This is a safety critical role.Key activities include:Perform standard engineering assignments usually representing a significant portion of a larger project Develop, evaluate, calculate and design modifications to existing chemical processesParticipate as a team member on capital project development by supplying process design informationDevelop alternatives and recommend solutions to equipment and process issuesAssist R&D or Sr. Engineers with trial development and participate as a team member on plant trialsWork with external vendors, contractors, suppliers and technical personnelSelect engineering technique to solve problems and make design recommendationsParticipate as a team member in a specific phase of a broad engineering assignmentPrepare documentation for assigned projectsProvides technical leadership to a small group engineers and techniciansEnsures successful completion of assigned project phase within the budgeted time and cost constraintsParticipates in defining engineering approaches, and in planning and scheduling workWith limited support, be able to apply a basic understanding of maintenance practices to assist in troubleshooting and improve equipment performance and reliabilityUnderstand safety and environmental goals and objectives for the plant and department. Initiate improvement ideas and gain support in the organization to develop these into projectsDemonstrate continuous quality improvement to meet the customer needs and company objectivesOther duties as assigned"‹"‹"‹"‹"‹"‹"‹You should possess:A Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or related disciplineA minimum of 3+ years of experience as a process engineer or similar engineering positioning in a manufacturing environmentIn-depth knowledge of the various unit operations including: chemical reactors, distillation, heat transfer, evaporation, drying, milling, filtration, pumping, fluid flow, material handling and support services. A background in TiCl4 and TiO2 manufacturing a plus.Demonstrated ability to achieve results individually and as part of a team Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles and knowledge to solve problems using creative solutionsAbility to lead larger process design scope development, evaluation, and design of newexisting chemical processesKnowledge of statistical design and evaluation methodsAbility to use analytical processes (appraise a situation, develop supporting plans, make decisions, generate innovative ideas, analyze and troubleshoot operational problems)Excellent computer skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsScheduleHours This is a salaried, exempt position with typical work hours of 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Our Ashtabula, Ohio Complex, consisting of two plants just south of Lake Erie, is a state of the art manufacturing complex with leading technology and more than 45 years of manufacturing EOS Pigments offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability with the buy-up option, basic life & AD&D insurance with a buy-up option for self and dependents, 401(k) with company match.

Created: 2024-10-19