Chemical Process Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty chemical manufacturer in Greenville, SC, is seeking an experienced Chemical Process Engineer. This role focuses on supporting safe and efficient manufacturing operations by leading process improvements, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating cross-functionally with various teams. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and have 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a specialty batch or continuous process chemical manufacturing plant.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and AutoCAD (2D).
• Ability to successfully interface with customers and teams.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve batch card documentation and ensure updates to formulas.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and support incident investigations.
• Lead the scale-up process for new products and oversee initial production batches.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

PLEASE NOTE:
***Relocation Assistance and Visa/Job Sponsorship arenotavailable for this position.
**Ethox isnotaccepting applications or inquiries from external recruiters at this time.

Ethox Chemicals, a specialty batch chemical manufacturer in Greenville, SC, is seeking an experiencedChemical Process Engineerto support safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing operations. This role leads process improvements, scale-up efforts, and equipment performance, while collaborating cross-functionally with Production, QC, and Maintenance teams. The Process Engineer also serves as the technical lead for troubleshooting, HAZOPs, change controls, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review, approve, and maintain batch card documentation and ensure updates to formulas and procedures are completed prior to subsequent production.
• Collaborate with Quality Control to verify that in-process specifications are current and appropriate.
• Provide hands-on process monitoring and visual inspection of equipment during daily operations.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and support incident investigations with appropriate technical solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment modifications; oversee related documentation, fabrication, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Lead the scale-up process for new products, including documentation preparation and supervision of initial production batches.
• Review and authorize change requests, ensuring all related documentation and procedures are updated accordingly.
• Act as the Technical Lead for Product and Equipment HAZOPs, Corrective Action Teams (CAT), and other process safety assessments.
• Develop, edit, and approve SOPs as needed.
• Create and maintain Near-Infrared (NIR) calibration models for plant operations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• 3-5 years’ experience in a specialty batch or continuous process chemical manufacturing plant
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and AutoCAD (2D)
• Ability to successfully interface with customers, associates, and the community.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, ability to follow complex requests, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Regular and reliable attendance. Required to be on-site.

Physical Requirements:

Physical ability to perform the essential job functions of the position, which includes prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, standing and walking, climbing stairs, performing repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works both indoors and outdoors and must be able to tolerate working in changing weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud.

Company DescriptionA LEADING SPECIALTY CHEMICAL MANUFACTURER
Founded in 1938 by Fred Wilson, Sr. in High Point, NC, Syntha Group has expanded to include five subsidiaries over the course of more than eight decades and has included four of Wilson family involvement. Syntha Group focuses on providing quality products while continuing to lead the way with innovative technologies, custom manufacturing, and close customer partnerships. Offering everything from formulation and R&D to sales and distribution, Syntha Group and its subsidiaries are continually invested in the future of the chemical manufacturing industry.

Since its formation in 1968, Ethox Chemicals has served the industry with quality products and service. The concept of specialized service to each customer has proven successful over the years, and that is what Ethox strives to maintain.

Ethox Chemicals is a privately-held company with about 200 employees. It is part of the Syntha Group family of brands. We are located on a 45-acre site in Greenville, South Carolina. This location lends us strategic advantages including railroad access and close proximity to Interstate 85.

Throughout the years of Ethox’s existence, we have accumulated a number of publications and patents that have helped shape the specialty chemical industry and cemented our place as one of the go-to companies for custom synthesis and problem consultation in the US.

While we’re best known in the region for our capabilities and experience, we do business all across the globe. The talents and expertise we bring to the table are universal.Company DescriptionA LEADING SPECIALTY CHEMICAL MANUFACTURER
Founded in 1938 by Fred Wilson, Sr. in High Point, NC, Syntha Group has expanded to include five subsidiaries over the course of more than eight decades and has included four of Wilson family involvement. Syntha Group focuses on providing quality products while continuing to lead the way with innovative technologies, custom manufacturing, and close customer partnerships. Offering everything from formulation and R&D to sales and distribution, Syntha Group and its subsidiaries are continually invested in the future of the chemical manufacturing industry.

Since its formation in 1968, Ethox Chemicals has served the industry with quality products and service. The concept of specialized service to each customer has proven successful over the years, and that is what Ethox strives to maintain.

Ethox Chemicals is a privately-held company with about 200 employees. It is part of the Syntha Group family of brands. We are located on a 45-acre site in Greenville, South Carolina. This location lends us strategic advantages including railroad access and close proximity to Interstate 85.

Throughout the years of Ethox’s existence, we have accumulated a number of publications and patents that have helped shape the specialty chemical industry and cemented our place as one of the go-to companies for custom synthesis and problem consultation in the US.

While we’re best known in the region for our capabilities and experience, we do business all across the globe. The talents and expertise we bring to the table are universal.