Senior Chemical Process Engineer – Manufacturing Troubleshooting & Process Optimization

Title: Senior Chemical Process Engineer – Manufacturing Troubleshooting & Process Optimization

Location: Greater Taunton Area, MA (Onsite)

Employment Type: Fulltime

Status: Accepting Candidates

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Chemical Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations at a chemical production facility. This role will serve as a key technical resource during weekend operations, driving process performance, equipment reliability, product quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide manufacturing troubleshooting and technical support for daily plant operations, equipment startup, and commissioning activities.
• Lead process optimization projects to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and waste reduction.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify opportunities for process enhancements and operational improvements.
• Support product transfer and scale-up activities from R&D into manufacturing.
• Execute equipment commissioning, startup, and validation activities.
• Develop and maintain required engineering and compliance documentation, including IQ/OQ/PQ, P&IDs, SOPs, MOCs, PHAs, and PSSRs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 4–7 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process development, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Experience with project management in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of batch reaction chemistry, filtration, powder drying, distillation, acids, and solvents is preferred.
• Experience with equipment validation, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and independent decision-making skills.

Compensation (MA Pay Transparency):

• Estimated hourly range: $62–$72/hr (W-2).
• Final rate within this range will be based on skills, experience, and interview results.