Process Engineer

The primary responsibility of this position is to act as an engineer of Process and Project Development for Heraeus Precious Metal Processing, LLC, including all sites in accordance with Heraeus World Wide principles. The Process Development Engineer RC and CP is responsible for the economically and timely planning and execution of assigned development projects for new processes and products for Chemical Products, General Refining, and all adjacent Operating functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned as required):

• Design and develops next generation production processes and strives to improve the existing technology.
• Supports production in the case of acute problems either with Production Managers approval, or in an emergency with prompt notification.
• Supports maintenance group in the case of acute problems and questions concerning material selection and corrosion resistance with Production Managers approval, or in an emergency with prompt notification.
• Plans and execute assigned projects for the development of new processes and products under special consideration of costs and time schedule.
• Developed and executed projects related to production in close working together with production managers, supervisors and operators.
• Maintain complete documentation of assigned projects including operational, working instructions and procedures according to HMP’s ISO system.
• Provide proper training of supervisors and operators for new and improved processes or products.
• Working towards the company goal for the reduction of accidents.
• Supports the introduction of the QM 9001 2000 and DIN EN ISO 14001 system in Process Development Department and HMP.
• Works with support staff to assure project adherence to quality, safety and environmental standards that exceed the industry minimum.
• Delivers data necessary for permit registration and authority compliance within California and USA legislation.
• Assures that new invented and improved processes increase the precious metal security in HMP.
• Assures precious metal security during tests and storage in the Process Development areas.

Education and/or Experience

• An experienced engineer with appropriate industry experience, preferably in the precious metal industry.
• An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
• Technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus.
• A well-organized and self-directed individual who is a team player.
• Able to communicate to people at all levels of an organization and possesses excellent communication skills.
• Masters or bachelor’s degree in engineering or Chemical Engineering.
• 3 years working experience preferred.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $80,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Engineering: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $125,000