Process & Maintenance Engineer (m/f/d) - Chemical Manufacturing

0494 Solenis Tech Germany; Bad Sobernheim; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Attractive benefits package

Career development

Independent, impactful role

Zusammenfassung

Solenis is seeking a Process & Maintenance Engineer (m/f/d) for chemical manufacturing in Germany. You will lead the maintenance team, drive process improvements, and ensure safety and compliance while coordinating with production and projects.

You will apply PDCA, monitor KPIs, and support audits, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives across operations.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience in chemical or process industries.
• Knowledge of process operations, equipment, and controls.
• Experience in maintenance coordination and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with ISO systems (9001, 14001, 45001, 50001).

Aufgaben

• Lead the maintenance department and own process performance, standards, and continuous improvement.
• Define plans for debottlenecking, maintenance, and technical requirements; support risk assessments.
• Execute troubleshooting, implement process improvements, and maintain effective process control.
• Monitor KPIs (efficiency, reliability, energy) and support audits.
• Provide technical support to production, projects, and new equipment.
• Define maintenance priorities as the interface between production and maintenance.

Kenntnisse

Process engineering

Maintenance interfaces

Data-driven mindset

Problem solving

ISO standards awareness

Ausbildung

Chemical/Process Engineering degree

Tools

ISO 9001/14001/45001/50001

Jobbeschreibung

About Solenis

Solenis is a leading global manufacturer of specialty chemicals focused on providing sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. The product portfolio of the Platinum Equity-owned company includes a wide range of water treatment chemicals, process aids, functional additives, and cleaning and disinfecting agents, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiency, enhance product quality, protect asset value, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company operates 69 manufacturing facilities in strategically located sites around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis was named a “Best Managed Company” in the U.S. for the third consecutive year in 2025.

Process & Maintenance Engineer (m/f/d) - Chemical Manufacturing

To strengthen our team, we are currently seeking a Process & Maintenance Engineer (m/f/d) - Chemical Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance department and own process performance, standards, and continuous improvement
• Drive responsibilities according to the PDCA cycle: Plan: Define process optimization, debottlenecking, maintenance plans, and technical requirements; support production planning and risk assessments (HAZOP, JSA, MOC)
• Do: Execute troubleshooting, implement process improvements, and ensure effective process control and maintenance coordination
• Check: Monitor and analyze KPIs (efficiency, reliability, energy), track equipment performance, and support audits
• Act: Initiate CAPA, drive continuous improvement, and update process documentation
• Provide technical support to production, projects, and new equipment definition
• Act as the technical interface between production and maintenance; define maintenance priorities
• Ensure process safety and promote a strong safety culture
• Ensure compliance with IMS standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001), including: Maintaining process quality and consistency, supporting audits and CAPA
• Reducing environmental impact and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Ensuring safe process design and operation
• Monitoring and improving energy efficiency
• Lead small-to-medium projects and manage technical changes
• Train personnel and support knowledge sharing across the organization
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organization (5S)

Key Competencies

• Technical Expertise Knowledge of process engineering
• Understanding of process equipment
• Knowledge of maintenance interfaces
• Analytical & Problem Solving
• Data-driven mindset
• Structured approach to problem solving
• Process Improvement & Project Management
• Experience in continuous improvement methodologiesAbility to manage small-to-medium projects
• Safety & Compliance
• Aware of process safety
• Knowledge of ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001, 50001)
• Communication & Collaboration
• Ability to work cross-functionally
• Strong communication skills (German and English)

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience in chemical or process industries
• Knowledge of process operations, equipment, and controls
• Experience in maintenance coordination and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with ISO systems (9001, 14001, 45001, 50001)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills (German and English)

What We Offer

• A diverse role in an innovative, international company
• The opportunity to work independently and make a significant contribution to our success
• Very attractive benefits package
• High-quality, sustainable products with a strong market presence
• A supportive team with local roots and global strength
• Ongoing training opportunities and career development

Equal Opportunity Statement

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Additional Information

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

Solenis Overview

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.