Chemical Manufacturing Engineer: Process Optimization

Socket.dev; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG is seeking 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, and troubleshooting within an on-site setting.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Chemical Engineering (MS preferred) with 2-4 years in manufacturing, and experience in process control systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Process optimization and control knowledge essential.
• Familiarity with process control systems (DCS/PLC) beneficial.
• Experience in paper, pulp, packaging, tissue, converting, or coated paper manufacturing is a plus.

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.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analysis

Problem solving

Project management

Industrial equipment knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

DCS/PLC

Job description

IPG is seeking 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, and troubleshooting within an on-site setting.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Chemical Engineering (MS preferred) with 2-4 years in manufacturing, and experience in process control systems.