Lead Engineer, Chemical Process Engineering

Entegris, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 114,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental and vision insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris in Aurora, IL seeks a Lead Engineer to drive chemical process engineering, automation, and capital projects that boost safety, quality, and throughput. You will mentor manufacturing engineers and backfill senior leadership as needed, influencing cross‑functional partners in Operations, Quality, and Maintenance.

The role requires a chemical engineering degree with 5–10 years in process/manufacturing engineering, plus hands-on capital project experience and strong project management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years of hands-on process/manufacturing engineering experience.
• Proven ownership of capital projects from scope to production handoff.
• Strong project management with cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with Management of Change processes in manufacturing.
• Automation fundamentals with PLC/SCADA/HMI exposure; Proficy/iFIX and ISA S88 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead major process improvements and capital projects from concept to ramp-up.
• Localize proven processes and automation solutions across sites into Aurora.
• Oversee automation projects from proposal to commissioning and performance.
• Design, qualify, and support PLC/SCADA architectures in collaboration with controls.
• Apply Management of Change practices to ensure compliant changes.
• Mentor engineers and develop leadership depth within the team.
• Provide operational leadership in the Senior Manager's absence.

Skills

Capital projects

Project management

Automation fundamentals

PLC/SCADA

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Tools

GE Proficy iFIX

ISA S88

PLC programming

Job description

Job Title: Lead Engineer, Chemical Process Engineering

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.

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.

At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences.

We believe what we do is as important as how we do it.

People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are.

This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better.

Learn more about why people enjoy working at Entegris.