Manufacturing Engineer II: Process Optimization & Reliability

Ascend Performance Materials; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Performance Materials is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to run the unit safely, reliably, and efficiently. The role focuses on improving production, raw material usage, energy efficiency, quality, and real-time performance.

Collaboration with Production and Process Engineering is essential to implement improvements and new technologies. The successful candidate will hold a BS or MS in engineering, 3–7 years of relevant experience, and demonstrate strong knowledge of ASPEN, heat

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3–7 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of ASPEN, heat transfer, hydraulics and related engineering principles.
• Strong knowledge of Process Safety Management.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and optimize processes based on daily performance data.
• Collaborate with Production Engineering to optimize current processes and implement performance-tracking tools.
• Work with Process Engineering to initiate improvements and address technical issues.
• Track and categorize daily production losses and drive corrective actions.
• Support unit regulatory compliance and Management of Change (MOC) activities.
• Lead or support technical training for operators and assist production planning.
• Maintain unit Process Safety Information (PSI).
• Escalate complex issues to appropriate engineering resources.

Skills

Technical/problem-solving skills

After-hours support willingness

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication (written and oral

Adaptability in dynamic environments

Education

BS/MS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

ASPEN software

Heat transfer knowledge

Hydraulics fundamentals

Job description

Ascend Performance Materials is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to run the unit safely, reliably, and efficiently. The role focuses on improving production, raw material usage, energy efficiency, quality, and real-time performance.

Collaboration with Production and Process Engineering is essential to implement improvements and new technologies. The successful candidate will hold a BS or MS in engineering, 3–7 years of relevant experience, and demonstrate strong knowledge of ASPEN, heat