Job Posting Title Process & Improvement Engineer

Trinseo; Delaware; On-site; USD 77,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinseo is hiring a Production Engineer to support Rheinmünster site operations. You will work with Production, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Quality, R&D, TS&D, and EH&S teams to optimize plant performance, resolve issues, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, safe operations, and collaboration across multiple functions. You will monitor production metrics, help execute schedules, and support plant startups/shutdowns while driving productivity and

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree preferable in Chemical Engineering, Applied Science or a related technical discipline with 4+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Or Bachelor’s Degree preferable in Chemical Engineering, Applied Science, or a related technical discipline with 10+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret production and process performance data.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing, process industries, or continuous manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of process control systems, industrial automation, Root Cause Analysis, Process Safety Management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of production planning, quality systems, manufacturing excellence programs, and plant improvement projects.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Fluency in German and English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily plant performance and key production metrics, including asset utilization, production efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Support execution of the production schedule and work with Supply Chain and Operations to meet customer demand safely and efficiently.
• Identify and remove production bottlenecks and troubleshoot process and equipment-related issues.
• Analyze process data and process control trends to improve operational performance.
• Support plant startups, shutdowns, and turnaround activities.
• Develop operating guidelines, train operators, and provide technical guidance to operating teams.
• Drive productivity, quality, and operational performance improvements through continuous improvement initiatives, root cause investigations, and small capital projects.
• Lead or participate in EH&S, Responsible Care, MOC, PHA, and other safety, environmental, and compliance activities.
• Support investigation and resolution of quality issues, customer complaints, and new product introductions while ensuring compliance with product specifications and quality systems.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, R&D, TS&D, Engineering, and Production Planning to optimize plant performance, resource utilization, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Chemical manufacturing

Process control

Industrial automation

Root Cause Analysis

Process Safety

Production planning

German & English

Teamwork

Multi-priority management

Education

Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related

Job description

Overview

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

We are seeking a Production Engineer to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our manufacturing assets at the Rheinmünster site.

In this role, you will work closely with Production, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Quality, Research & Development (R&D), Technical Service & Development (TS&D), and EH&S teams to optimize plant performance, resolve operational issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You will provide technical leadership to operators, support production planning and execution, and contribute to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, reliability, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily plant performance and key production metrics, including asset utilization, production efficiency, quality, and throughput.


• Support execution of the production schedule and work with Supply Chain and Operations to meet customer demand safely and efficiently.


• Identify and remove production bottlenecks and troubleshoot process and equipment-related issues.


• Analyze process data and process control trends to improve operational performance.Support plant startups, shutdowns, and turnaround activities.


• Develop operating guidelines, train operators, and provide technical guidance to operating teams.


• Drive productivity, quality, and operational performance improvements through continuous improvement initiatives, root cause investigations, and small capital projects.


• Lead or participate in EH&S, Responsible Care, MOC, PHA, and other safety, environmental, and compliance activities.


• Support investigation and resolution of quality issues, customer complaints, and new product introductions while ensuring compliance with product specifications and quality systems.


• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, R&D, TS&D, Engineering, and Production Planning to optimize plant performance, resource utilization, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Master’s Degree preferable in Chemical Engineering, Applied Science or a related technical discipline with 4+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Or

• Bachelor’s Degree preferable in Chemical Engineering, Applied Science, or a related technical discipline with 10+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret production and process performance data.


• Experience in chemical manufacturing, process industries, or continuous manufacturing environments.


• Knowledge of process control systems, industrial automation, Root Cause Analysis, Process Safety Management, and continuous improvement methodologies.


• Understanding of production planning, quality systems, manufacturing excellence programs, and plant improvement projects.


• Effective communication and teamwork skills.


• Fluency in German and English, both written and verbal.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Equity and InclusionWith our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.