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The Arkema Birdsboro site is seeking a Chemical Engineer that will provide the plant with an authoritative source of knowledge and leadership for projects/assignments. They will apply thorough knowledge of High Performance Polymers to conduct engineering and technology work; resolving problems that are often difficult and/or complex. Lead projects across the site as well as work cross-departmentally and across corporate groups as needed.
This role is responsible for the following:
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Plant process ownership including support, development, improvements, troubleshooting and training
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Manages all aspects of area projects related to process improvements for small-mid capex investments
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Provide root cause analysis
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Improve process formulation through review/modification, optimization and updates
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Use DMAIC process to collect, record and analyze data to drive production and quality improvement initiatives
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Provide troubleshooting support
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Provide engineering knowledge and support to all types of personnel, levels and functions of the business unit
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General and Process safety
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Coordinate and lead site Process Hazard Analyses as Site Process Safety Contact
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Lead Pre-startup safety reviews for assigned area and support others
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Key contributor to plant safety programs
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Plant DCS programming and PLC program stewardship
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Manage, maintain and configure updates for plant distributed control system
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Manage plant wide PLC programs
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Other tasks as necessary
The ideal candidate will have:
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A minimum of 3 years process engineer experience with experience in chemical manufacturing preferred
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4 year degree in chemical engineering. Other engineering degrees will be considered if previous work in chemical manufacturing exists
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Thorough understanding of polyamide technology
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Working knowledge of process control logic
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Advanced communication and presentation skills
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Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
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