Lead Engineer, Chemical Process Engineering

Entegris; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 114,000 - 142,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(K) plan with employer match

Health insurance

Education assistance

Culture of excellence

Job summary

Entegris in Aurora, Illinois is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Chemical Process Engineering to drive high-impact process engineering and automation initiatives that improve safety, quality, throughput, and reliability.

You will lead capital projects, localize proven solutions, and mentor manufacturing engineers while serving as an operational backfill for leadership when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years of hands-on process/manufacturing engineering experience.
• Ownership of capital projects including scope, budget, vendor coordination, installation and handoff.
• Strong project management with schedule ownership and cross-functional alignment.
• Experience applying Management of Change in manufacturing.
• Automation fundamentals with PLC/SCADA/HMI experience; GE Proficy iFIX, ISA S88 familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead major process improvement and capital projects from concept to production ramp-up.
• Localize proven manufacturing processes and automation solutions at the Aurora facility.
• Lead automation projects from proposal through commissioning and sustained performance.
• Design, qualify, troubleshoot, and support PLC/SCADA architectures with controls engineering.
• Apply robust Management of Change practices ensuring safety and quality compliance.
• Mentor and develop manufacturing engineers; provide leadership in the Senior Manager's absence.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

Automation fundamentals

PLC/SCADA

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Tools

GE Proficy iFIX

ISA S88

Advanced PLC programming

Job description

Job Title:

Lead Engineer, Chemical Process Engineering

Job Description:

The Role

Entegris is currently seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Chemical Process Engineering to join our Manufacturing Engineering team. This position will be based in our Aurora, Illinois facility.

In this role, you will lead high-impact chemical process engineering, industrial automation, and SCADA initiatives that improve safety, quality, throughput, and operational reliability. You will drive major capital projects, localize proven solutions from other Entegris sites, mentor and develop manufacturing engineering talent, and serve as an operational leadership backfill to the Senior Manager when needed.

What You'll Do

• Lead major process improvement and capital projects from concept and equipment design through process flow verification, qualification, validation, and production ramp-up.
• Drive localization of proven manufacturing processes, products, equipment, and automation solutions from other Entegris sites into the Aurora facility.
• Lead automation projects from proposal and justification through vendor engagement, capital execution, commissioning, and sustained operational performance.
• Design, qualify, troubleshoot, and support PLC and SCADA architectures in partnership with controls engineering, including backup support for site control systems.
• Apply robust Management of Change practices to ensure process and equipment changes are evaluated, documented, implemented, and sustained in compliance with safety and quality requirements.
• Mentor, coach, and develop manufacturing engineers by providing technical guidance, feedback, and opportunities to build leadership depth across the team.
• Provide operational leadership in the Senior Manager's absence by keeping critical initiatives moving and serving as a trusted point of contact for Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and cross-functional partners.

What We Seek

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, or related field.
• 5-10 years of hands-on experience in process engineering or manufacturing engineering, preferably in a high-tech manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven ownership of capital projects, including scope development, budget management, vendor coordination, installation, validation, and production handoff.
• Strong project management capability, including schedule ownership, risk mitigation, cross-functional alignment, and contractor or supplier management.
• Working knowledge of Management of Change practices and the ability to apply structured change control in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong automation fundamentals with experience or exposure to PLC, SCADA, HMI, or batch process control systems; GE Proficy iFIX, ISA S88, or advanced PLC programming experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers, influence cross-functional teams, and operate as part of a leadership pipeline; advanced degree, PMP, Six Sigma, or formal leadership development experience is preferred.

Why Work at Entegris

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.

Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization - not just when it's convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: $114,000 - $142,500 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.