What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Chemical Engineer position at Gateway Recruiting, INC.?
Job Description:
This position will focus on, though is not limited to the rectisol portion of the gasification process. The ideal candidate should have experience and in-depth knowledge in process improvement, manufacturing technical service, capital project work, change management and asset integrity work. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively and function in an innovative, fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment. This position will report through the Company’s Development Division and support the Chemicals and Acetate Manufacturing Division (CAMD).
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage capital projects for the department including scope development, study, management of change, cost estimation, capital approval, detailed design, construction, training, and final controls.
- Aid in preparation for the 2026 shut down.
- Ownership and execution of PHA and LOPA action items.
- Identify and implement cost savings and improvement projects, capturing them through Service Now.
- Periodic on-call responsibility for the department and assist in troubleshooting upsets in normal operations
- Provide timely communications to management and project stakeholders by communicating project needs, value, priorities, and decisions to ensure project success.
- Work closely with Manufacturing and Development Personnel to assist the manufacturing unit in achieving their safety, production, reliability, and maintenance objectives.
- Stay abreast of daily operations and provide advice and technical expertise to operations
- Mentor and onboard less experienced process improvement engineers on company-based systems.
Qualifications:
- B.S. in Chemical Engineering discipline required.
- 5 years of work experience in process improvement and manufacturing technical service is preferred.
- The ability to remain in Gasification for 3-5 years is preferred.
- Capabilities in PI Vision for process monitoring and the ability to quickly co-utilize company-specific software is preferred.
- Comfortable challenging peers and supervision to develop creative solutions.
- Works with a low level of guidance and direction.
- Commitment to a high level of safety and environmental awareness, including knowledge of and commitment to process safety.
- Proven ability to engage well with operators, peers, and management.
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000
