Chemical Process Engineer II

Solstice Advanced Materials; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 97,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, &

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Solstice Advanced Materials is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to optimize 24/7 manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and yield improvements, and support scale-up of new processes. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives, troubleshoot processes, and guide the operations team using Six Sigma tools.

The role emphasizes developing SOPs, maintaining engineering documentation, and partnering with crossfunctional teams for product development and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering with process experience.
• Experience with continuous process improvement and safety standards preferred.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive KPI improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for manufacturing processes and KPI tracking.
• Lead RCA and implement control plans to reduce defects and costs.
• Scale up and implement developmental products and processes.
• Support off-hours operations and processes optimization.
• Develop SOPs and maintain engineering documents.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to drive product development.

Skills

Six Sigma

MOC process

Process simulation

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

ASPEN

HTRI

PIPE-FLO

Honeywell Experion

Honeywell Uniformance

Job description

Job Description

As a Chemical Process Engineer here at Solstice Advanced Materials, you will use your technical expertise to ensure the operation produces products that meet all quality, cost, and efficiency requirements to a 24/7 manufacturing facility. This role will identify ways to improve safety, quality, yields, and the capability of existing processes while also assisting in the scale up and implementation of developmental products/processes. Core challenges include leading continuous process improvement to drive Key Performance Indicators for the operation to meet goals established by the business along with providing technical guidance to the operations team and assisting with process troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for manufacturing processes


• Provide off-hours support for abnormal and non-routine operations, including unit turnarounds


• Understand process models, heat and material balances, process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, layout, basic control schemes, and equipment specifications


• Oversee production to ensure targets are met and track OEE and MTBF, identify/correct bad actors


• Support operations in troubleshooting daily process issues as needed


• Identify process KPIs and work independently or on a team to reduce process variability and waste through process unit operations optimization


• Perform RCA and implement process changes/control plans to drive continuous improvement


• Lead productivity projects yielding significant reductions in defects/costs and increased productivity


• Maintain engineering documents and participate in PHAs that execute recommendations to eliminate process safety hazards


• Work on sustainability projects that optimize energy consumption and could help in reducing expenses to operate in a 24/7 manufacturing environment


• Utilize Six Sigma/Statistical tools to drive process improvements


• Utilize MOC process to manage changes


• Develop new SOPs or update existing ones as needed


• Lead the design, development, and implementation of chemical processes and solutions


• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to drive product development and improvement


• Provide technical expertise and support in troubleshooting and process optimization


• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering

We Value

• Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing preferred


• Chemical manufacturing experience preferred


• Excellent computer literacy (i.e. MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, AI Tools, TrueView/AutoCAD View)


• Experience with identifying process changes, developing and executing recommendations


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of org (Operator to CEO)


• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills


• Experience scoping projects with business level impact


• Ability to work without guidance or supervision


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and pivot, when necessary, based on rapid decision making


• Ability to accurately identify patterns to problem solve


• Experience with Management of Change (MOC) process


• Experience with Process Simulation software (ASPEN, HTRI, PIPE-FLO) for chemical process equipment design and process modeling


• Experience with Honeywell’s Experion and Uniformance

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this position is $96,886K - $121,108K. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities or the position, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

Benefits Of Working For Solstice Advanced Materials

• Employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance


• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability


• 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance


• Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays

Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more about inclusion and diversity:

About Us

About Solstice Advanced Materials

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials .