Senior Production Engineer
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Production Engineer to lead and optimize production processes in our chemical manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, a strong safety mindset, and a proven track record of driving operational excellence in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day operations of chemical production units, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency.
- Monitor and analyze process performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with R&D, maintenance, and quality teams to troubleshoot process issues and implement sustainable solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations and company policies.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation.
- Mentor and support junior engineers and production staff.
- Participate in capital projects, including equipment upgrades and new process installations.
- Support audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing or process engineering role.
- Strong knowledge of chemical process operations, equipment, and control systems.
- Proficiency in process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and data analysis software.
- Demonstrated experience with process optimization, troubleshooting, and project management.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and team collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, REACH, etc.).
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