Chemical Production Engineer

The Chemical Production Engineer for the Critical Resource Unit (CRU) in the Acid Recovery, Anhydride Manufacturing, and Wastewater Treatment Units in Narrows, VA is focused on Stewardship, Quality, Reliability & Engagement (SQRE). This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring safety, reliability, and overall plant performance. Responsibilities:StewardshipContinuously monitors process, product and equipment to detect and anticipate emerging issuesField walkthroughs for hazard recognition, housekeeping, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews, Deviation documentation, etc.Define, update and track alarm performance and change where neededResponsible for environmental compliance (monitor and escalate)Initiates process safety bypasses and develops mitigation plans when neededManagement of Change system owner for CoreResponsible for reviewing weekly work plans and developing deviationQualityEngages with unit team and 247 Team to identify quality issues with any raw materials and chemicals that need to be addressed with the suppliersMonitors product quality parameters and takes action as needed to keep product in specProductionReliabilityTracks Core performance, losses, Raw Material efficiency and energy usageEngage with 247 Team to identify and remove daily execution barriersEstablish and communicate operating parameters for the 247 TeamEnsures supplies and raw materials are ordered and delivered as needed to meet unit objectivesEnsures proper application of Root Cause Analysis process and corrective action plansPlan, establish, and communicate priority for equipment repairsCommunicates issues or barriers with production scheduleEngagement - people motivated to do their bestCommunicate with outside units to share best practicesSupports 247 team as Subject Matter Expert by developing tools for operations team to improve performanceQualifications:Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering degree2+ year experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment. Unit operations experience including distillation, extraction and cracking is preferred.Celanese Corporation is a global chemical leader in the production of differentiated chemistry solutions and specialty materials used in most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use the full breadth of Celanese's global chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees, shareholders and the corporation. As we partner with our customers to solve their most critical business needs, we strive to make a positive impact on our communities and the world through The Celanese Foundation. Based in Dallas, Celanese employs approximately 13,000 employees worldwide and had 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit

Created: 2025-02-21