Process Engineer - Westlake, United States - Lotte Chemical

Description

Essential Job Functions Investigates and troubleshoots manufacturing processes; proposes solutions to identified processing problems Improves process capability volume; maintains and improving quality standards; develops innovative solutions Evaluates manufacturing systems; proposes improvements on processes as appropriate Assesses processes; takes measurements; interprets data; tests new processes; proposes changes, updates, or other adjustments Collects data required to make improvements and modifications as assigned Uses scientific principles related to magnitude, momentum, heat transfer, etc.

to determine process efficiencies Ensures process equipment works as specified and at appropriate capacities Uses process simulation software; establishes best practices for production methods Maintains manufacturing reliability; improves production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs and changeovers Works with equipment designers and manufacturing personnel to develop cost-effective work production processes Ensures projects completed on time and within budget Assists in scheduling and coordinating work to meet tight deadlines; stays within financial budgets Liaises with various engineers, planners, operations personnel, and other departments as necessary Collects, records, and transcribes data; prepares samples for analysis Maintains monthly, quarterly and annual operations report; delivers report to management Evaluates process efficiency, quality and safety; makes suggestions for improvements when necessary; performs troubleshooting on plant equipment and systems Investigates cause and effect of critical, emergency, and other shutdowns; analyzes data in advance of shutdown and after completion Works with outsourced engineers; requisitions assistance as requested Analyzes how process changes will effect overall production and product; implements process improvements to reduce cost and increase efficiency Assists with project planning and project management; handles small capital upgrades as requested Provides suggestions during incident investigations as requested; advises on corrective actions Researches new manufacturing technology; proposes updates as appropriate Assesses safety and environmental issues as required; ensures safe working conditions and compliance with health and safety legislation Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of EHSS principles and values; champions safety Performs other duties assigned by management that generally fall within the expected scope of this position Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Experience Requirement 10-15 years'experience as a Process Engineer Extensive CAPEX experience Minimum of 10 years' experience in chemical plant preferred Prior monomer or ethylene plant operations experience preferred Ability to research best chemical plant practices; knowledge of plant safety, health, and environmental requirements for engineering and construction Ability to read engineering, construction and other technical specs, drawings, schematics, plans, and similar documents; Knowledge of and ability to understand complex government regulations and translate/incorporate requirements to chemical manufacturing plant Ability to translate technical plans into easy-to-understand laymen's terms and communicate such translations in clear terminology Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards in process engineering Proactive and highly organized; detail-oriented; strong analytical and problem-solving skills a must Time management and organization skills; flexibility; ability to work well in fast-paced environment Analytical and mathematical skills, quick thinking; solid understanding of main principles of engineering and manufacturing processes required Comfortable with integrating new technology into an existing business environment Experience working with Federal, state and local environmental regulations including RCRA Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and follow through on assignments Good computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite; ability to use database systems and other programs and applications used by this position and at Company Fluent in English language including reading, writing and speaking; ability to read and write at a minimum of high school level; ability to clearly communicate to all levels in organization Education Requirement Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering Professional Engineer certification a plus Six Sigma certification a plus Competencies Adaptability/Flexibility Assertiveness Initiative Occupational Knowledge Resourceful Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires an employee to be in an office environment, outside, and exposed to various chemicals and compounds, including fumes and smells, some of them hazardous.

The employee may enter confined spaces and work in elevated environments. Employee may experience range of temperatures from -10 degrees F to 100+ degrees F when outside. Employee must be able to wear PPE required by the location. General office noise may be experienced and louder sounds and vibrations when outside. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. All environments are safe with appropriate PPE.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, including long distances, sit, stand, speak, and hear.

The employee is required to stand for long periods of time, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee is required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee may be required to climb ladders/tanks/towers up to 200' in height. The employee may be required to enter confined spaces. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty (20) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee could be required to travel by air, rail, bus, car, or other mode of land transportation.


Employment Type:

Full Time Years Experience:
years Salary: $142,000 - $165,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No