Chemical Engineer

JM Eagle; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing company based in Ohio is seeking a Chemical Engineer to develop and design equipment for manufacturing chemical products. This role involves designing systems, conducting research for new processes, and ensuring production quality. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and possess strong skills in MS Office and CAD. The position requires analytical thinking and the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Proficient in MS Office software and CAD software package.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex documents.

Responsibilities

• Design equipment for movement, storage, and packaging.
• Plan measurement and control systems for chemical plants.
• Conduct research to develop new chemical manufacturing processes.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office

Working knowledge of CAD software

Strong communication skills

Ability to analyze complex documents

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Summary

The Chemical Engineer develops and designs equipment for manufacturing chemical and related products, utilizing principles and technology of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and engineering, and employing computer technology to optimize all phases of research and production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs equipment to control movement, storage, and packaging of solids, liquids, and gases.
• Designs and plans measurement and control systems for chemical plants based on data collected in laboratory experiments and pilot plant operations.
• Determines the most effective arrangement of unit operations such as mixing, grinding, crushing, heat transfer, size reduction, hydrogenation, distillation, purification, oxidation, polymerization, evaporation, and fermentation, exercising judgment to compromise between process requirements, economic evaluation, operator effectiveness, and physical and health hazards.
• Performs tests and takes measurements throughout stages of production to determine degree of control over variables such as temperature, density, specific gravity, and pressure.
• Indirectly oversees activities related to operation and control of equipment such as condensers, absorption and evaporation towers, kilns, pumps, stills, valves, tanks, boilers, compressors, grinders, pipelines, electro‑magnets, and centrifuges to effect required chemical or physical change.
• May conduct research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have any direct supervisory responsibility. It may remotely supervise projects and key personnel.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, material science or chemistry from a four‑year college or technical school; or a degree and one year related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills: Must be proficient with MS Office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. Also require working knowledge of Adobe PDF documents and CAD software package.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints; communicate technical subject matters both written and oral; make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to management.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory; work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems; handle nonverbal symbolism such as formulas, scientific equations, and graphs; synthesize technical requirements from multiple sources into reports, specifications, procedures, etc.

Physical Demands: Use hands and fingers; sit, stand, walk; occasionally squat, kneel, or climb; lift and move up to 25 pounds; possess close and distance vision and the ability to focus.

Work Environment: Office environment is generally quiet with controlled temperature; production facility environment may be high noise requiring hearing protection and eye protection, subject to extremes of heat and cold, and may involve direct exposure to outdoor weather conditions.