Chemical Process Engineer - Hollister, United States - FUJIFILM Corporation

Description

Overview:

Who We Are

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Hollister, CA facility for a Chemical Process Engineer

With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on-site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies the world's top tier semiconductor manufacturers with a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.

The Role

The Chemical Process Engineer will own, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes at the site. You will be responsible for product quality, change management, documentation, and continuous improvement activities at the site.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Owner of manufacturing processes, product quality and work closely with internal partners to monitor, optimize and improve manufacturing processes
• Perform process design calculations and develop deliverables such as hydraulic calculations, equipment sizing, process simulations, Heat and Material Balances (H&MB), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), FMEA and Cause and Effect Diagrams (C&E)
• Develop and maintain process engineering calculations and standards (e.g. relief valve sizing, line sizing, application of margin, etc.) Support specification and procurement of equipment such as rotating equipment and heat exchangers, vessels, filters, and columns
• Develop and take ownership of key process philosophies (relief and blowdown, isolation for maintenance, emergency isolation, operation, and controls, sparing and training)
• Develop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of outputs
• Tracks metrics to discover areas for improvement and monitor upgrades
• Perform chemical engineering design activities on projects from the conceptual phase through design completion and Provide process documentation and operating instructions
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and start-up of new equipment
• Leads and Follows the MOC process, participates in PHAs and PSSRs
• Leads/Manages quality, process, and productivity project and conducts risk assessments
• Support and assist Lead Project Manager on large capital projects and lead small capital projects
• Participate in the Site Vulnerability Assessment for projects, Root Cause Analysis and Accident Investigation (as requested) for incidents
• Develop preventative maintenance schedule for all existing process equipment and support Maintenance team in execution of the preventative maintenance program
• Support all corporate EH&S and Quality initiatives
• Support capital projects where necessary to implement new products or processes

REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering is required
• 2 to 5 years of professional experience in a chemical processing environment is required
• In-Depth knowledge with chemical engineering unit operations: distillation, advanced filtration, mixing, and materials handling
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving
• Ability to multi-task and strong attention to detail
• Must possess a safety mindset and strong quality focus
• Hands on process and mechanical experience as needed
• Proficient with Microsoft applications or statistical software; knowledge and experience with at least one of the following: JMP, Minitab or SAS
• Working experience with AutoCAD is required
• This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening prior to employment. One of the essential job functions is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

MENTAL & EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Resilience - Adapting well in the face of workplace stressors, the ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations, the ability to remain poised under all circumstances, the ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
• Communication - The ability to successfully and professionally express and exchange ideas and meanings with all levels of employees in the organization, the ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients, the ability to work as an integral part of a team, ability to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
• Reasoning and decision-making - The ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions, the ability to reason logically and make sound decisions.
• Comprehension - The ability to complete tasks without direct supervision, the ability to simultaneously address multiple complete problems.
• Organizational skills - Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, the ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and interruptions, the ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines or productivity quotas.

PAY RANGE: The pay range for this role is estimated at $115,000/yr - $130,000/yr with actual wage based on candidates qualifications and experience.

FUJIFILM Electronics Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is part of the Fujifilm family a company that has been evolving and transforming for more than 85 years. Fujifilm is focused on four strategic business areas: Advanced Materials, including electronic materials for semiconductor manufacturing; Imaging; Healthcare; and products and services to support Business Innovation. As a global company, Fujifilm has revenues of $21 billion, with 310 group companies and 73,275 employees worldwide.

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Fujifilm about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Fujifilm via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Fujifilm, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Fujifilm for this requisition and a valid agreement with Fujifilm is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Fujifilm agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.