Chemical Manufacturing Engineer for Process Optimization

IPG; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG in Blythewood, SC seeks a Manufacturing Engineer with a chemical focus to design, optimize, and maintain production processes, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations.

The role emphasizes process improvement, plant performance, troubleshooting, and collaboration with maintenance and quality teams. A Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering and 2–4 years of manufacturing experience are preferred, with Master’s being a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 2-4 years of relevant experience, Manufacturing environment preferred.
• Process control knowledge and data analysis skills.
• Familiarity with industrial equipment (reactors, distillation, pumps, heat exchangers).
• Knowledge of DCS/PLC systems.
• Project management skills.
• Experience supporting paper, pulp, packaging, tissue, converting, or coated paper manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize daily plant operations to maximize efficiency and output.
• Design and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and workflows.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze process data (temperature, pressure, flow rates) to improve performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Support plant start-ups, shutdowns, and equipment commissioning.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production failures or downtime.
• Evaluate raw materials and product quality to maintain consistency.
• Reviewing production metrics and KPIs.
• Adjusting process parameters to meet targets.
• Working on the plant floor with operators and technicians.
• Investigating equipment or process deviations.
• Participating in safety meetings and audits.
• Other tasks as needed

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Process optimization

Data analysis

DCS/PLC knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Reactors

Distillation

Pumps

Heat exchangers

Job description

IPG in Blythewood, SC seeks a Manufacturing Engineer with a chemical focus to design, optimize, and maintain production processes, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations.

The role emphasizes process improvement, plant performance, troubleshooting, and collaboration with maintenance and quality teams. A Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering and 2–4 years of manufacturing experience are preferred, with Master’s being a plus.