Process Engineer Job

Position Title:  Process Engineer

BU or Function: H2O2

City/State: Memphis TN

Report to Manager Title: Engineering Manager

Job Summary

Reports to the Engineering Manager and supports the day-to-day operation of the Memphis facility, including evaluation and implementation of technical changes.

The position provides process technical support for the entire site operation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Process (100%)

• Applying principles or mass, flow, reactions, heat transfer, etc. to process and equipment design, at conceptual and detail design.
• Manages process improvement projects, including MOC/PSSR requirements.
• Assessing data to track and improve yield, reliability, cost energy and key raw material usage.
• Leads site PHAs and implement recommendations.
• Resources HES studies, initiatives, incident investigations.
• Supports the Operations Manager in troubleshooting existing processes and technical writing or revisions of operating procedures.
• Prepares technical and business reports and presentations.
• Prepares training materials for personnel at the site in process upgrades, modification etc.
• Mentors Developmental Engineers and other new employees as appropriate.
• Works with other functions to address issues around quality, products, planning and customers.
• Reads company communications weekly, i.e. production advisories, emails, etc.
• Completes scheduled periodic training on time and as required

Min Years of Experience

• 1-5 years of experience in Engineering in chemical plants

Education and area of focus

• BS degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering related to activities noted

Competencies -Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Clear written and verbal communication, interpersonal and team building, strong leadership, initiative, organization, problem solving and analytical ability
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Computer skills including Microsoft office required. Working knowledge of SAP desirable.

• Ability to train process operators regarding procedure and consistency
• High level of confidence

HES Requirement – All Jobs

• Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements
• Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.)
• Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents
• Resources HES studies, incident investigations, PHA’s, etc.
• Supports compliance of regulatory and plant safety and environmental requirements with special emphasis on process safety

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Position is based in manufacturing facility with all inherent risks. Will work with operators, managers and site champions to accomplish goals.

• Requires the ability to easily move through a chemical process requiring the use of stairs, ladders, and personal protective equipment.
• This position is situated in a specialty chemical manufacturing facility and in which the chemical processes are continuous and contain highly hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to work in all environments