Chemical Engineer (at Gelest)

Gelest Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with a competitive company match

Company-paid Life Insurance

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Gelest Inc., part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is hiring a Chemical Engineer responsible for managing and executing engineering projects throughout the plant. This role involves optimizing equipment, supporting operations, and ensuring successful project completion.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and 5–7 years of experience, particularly in process development. Benefits include generous paid time off, medical plans, and a competitive 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience with a focus on process development and project management.
• Previous Lean/Six Sigma and Process Safety Management experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute engineering projects throughout the plant.
• Engage in engineering analysis and design of manufacturing equipment.
• Supervise project progress to ensure timelines and milestones are met.

Skills

Process development

Project management

Lean/Six Sigma

Process Safety Management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Gelest, Inc., part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is hiring a Chemical Engineer. The Chemical Engineer will be responsible for managing and executing engineering projects throughout the plant. This role involves supporting operations and facilities, procuring new equipment, and optimizing current equipment/systems for improved efficiency. The candidate will also handle modifications, expansions of existing facilities, and supervise internal and external resources to ensure successful project completion, including workflow, budget allocation, and scheduling.

Principal Accountabilities

• Engage in engineering analysis, design, and installation oversight of silicone/silane manufacturing equipment.
• Interface with engineers, management, internal customers, and suppliers to ensure projects and systems are cost‑effective, within budget, meet design criteria, and adhere to schedule guidelines.
• Create and communicate comprehensive project documentation, including sequences of operations, installation procedures, and checklists for commissioning and start‑up.
• Ensure that projects and systems are compliant with applicable codes and meet desired design criteria while adhering to budget and schedule guidelines.
• Participate in Hazard and Operability Reviews and conduct Process Safety Reviews.
• Provide technical expertise in developing engineering and manufacturing solutions through problem‑solving and root cause analysis, executing resolutions through management of change.
• Facilitate and contribute to the development of comprehensive project plans and designs.
• Recommend and/or analyze materials, equipment, and practices used to ensure optimal efficiency and quality.
• Supervise the progress of projects to ensure timelines and milestones are met; compare actual costs to estimates for budget control.
• Analyze equipment, systems, processes, and systems to identify modifications that improve efficiency, increase quality, and reduce costs.
• Prepare periodic progress and cost reports for leadership, writing experience reports detailing design, results, and conclusions.
• Collaborate with departments to identify and troubleshoot problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Experience / Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field required.
• 5–7 years of experience with a heavy emphasis on process development and project management preferred.
• Previous Lean/Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Process Safety Management (PSM) experience preferred.
• Validation/qualification process knowledge preferred.
• Capable of performing complex chemical engineering calculations, basic understanding of process engineering, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Must be able to work in a production chemical processing environment, including wearing appropriate PPE (at minimum safety shoes, glasses, gloves, and a hard hat; respirators or other PPE as needed).
• Must be able to perform hands‑on processing duties, including sampling of chemicals and limited lifting requirements (up to 30 pounds).
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs as needed to obtain samples, observe processes, or perform similar tasks.
• Must be capable of working in a non‑climate‑controlled environment.
• Position is on‑site and cannot be performed remotely. Travel is generally not necessary but may be offered for training or other educational purposes.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and optional supplemental plans for employees and their families.
• 401(k) with a competitive company match.
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, AD&D, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability.
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
• Company‑provided uniforms, work boots, and PPE.

Salary

The salary range for this position is $85,000‑$120,000, influenced by scope and responsibilities, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job‑related skills, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state) if an authorization is granted to work outside the location listed in this posting.