Chemical Process Optimization Engineer

Brightpath Associates LLC

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Brightpath Associates LLC is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to design, optimize, troubleshoot, and improve chemical manufacturing processes. You will work with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, EHS, and Production to boost performance, yield, and efficiency while adhering to safety and environmental regulations.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, achemical engineering degree, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
3–5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, refining, petrochemical, specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or related process manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting continuous process manufacturing operations preferred.
Demonstrated experience solving complex process and operational issues.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and EHS teams.

Responsibilities

Design, optimize, and troubleshoot chemical manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability.
Analyze process performance and implement improvements to increase throughput, yield, and production capacity.
Provide technical support to manufacturing operations, including troubleshooting process upsets and equipment-related issues.
Develop and maintain process documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, operating procedures, and process calculations.
Support process scale-up, new product introductions, and technology transfer initiatives.
Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects focused on waste reduction, cost savings, energy efficiency, and operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including participation in PHA, HAZOP, and MOC processes.
Collaborate with Quality teams to investigate deviations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Manage and support capital and process improvement projects, including scope development, equipment selection, installation, and commissioning.
Utilize process data, control systems, and engineering tools to monitor performance, drive decision-making, and support long-term reliability improvements.