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Title: Process Engineer - Chemical Operations
Location: Bend, Oregon area
Compensation Range: $110,000 to $130,000/yr base salary, depending on experience level; full benefits and relocation assistance are also part of their offer
Job Description:
This person will work at a ~100-person high-purity batch chemical manufacturing facility located in Central Oregon. This person will wear many hats and will be doing work related to process optimization/improvement, process troubleshooting, quality engineering and root-cause analysis, work related to new product launches and product testing as well as working with teams on capital project efforts. This person will be part of a very collaborative team of engineers and scientists and will have a stake in making decisions within the plant environment and beyond. There is a lot of growth potential for this person as this company continue to expand and grow
Key Requirements and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering required
- 3-5 years of post-college industry experience in chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or a closely related manufacturing environment
- Experience in an engineering role supporting manufacturing, process improvement, product development, or commercial-scale chemical operations
- Experience working in a Process Safety Management (PSM) regulated environment or direct familiarity with PSM standards and program elements
- Strong background in process optimization, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis
- Ability to support quality engineering efforts and help identify and implement process improvements
- Experience supporting new product launches, production trials, and product testing
- Ability to work cross-functionally with production, maintenance, EHS, quality, and development teams
- Familiarity with Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments, or other process validation and characterization tools preferred
- Ability to help define process requirements, support equipment improvements, and contribute to capital project efforts
- Experience creating or updating SOPs, batch records, BOMs, or related manufacturing documentation preferred
- Familiarity with PLC and/or DCS control systems is a strong plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to work effectively in team-based, collaborative environments
About the Area:
Bend, Oregon offers access to a high quality of life in Central Oregon, with a strong outdoor lifestyle, scenic mountain and high desert surroundings, and a well-regarded community atmosphere. The area is known for year-round recreation, including hiking, biking, skiing, and fishing, making it an appealing location for candidates seeking both professional growth and lifestyle balance. Relocation assistance is available.
Salary : $110,000 - $130,000