Operations Engineer

Syensqo SA; Willow Island (WV); On-site; USD 88,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity/paternity leave

Training platform

Well-being sessions

Job summary

Syensqo is seeking an Operations Engineer to own the technical performance of assigned chemical manufacturing processes, ensuring safe operations while improving HSE, quality, throughput, OEE, and cost. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, KPI reporting, continuous improvement, and small capital projects with cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, 2-8 years manufacturing experience, and familiarity with batch processes and multiple

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 2-8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience with batch chemical processes preferred.
• Proficiency with SAP, AVEVA PI system, JMP or Minitab, Aspen Plus or CHEMCAD, Emerson DeltaV.
• Prior experience in Six Sigma, Lean, or other manufacturing excellence techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish technical ownership for existing chemical manufacturing processes and lead safe day-to-day operations.
• Define metrics to measure process performance and report to site and leadership teams.
• Lead continuous improvement activities and small capital projects (Lean/Six Sigma) for the site.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis for process safety and quality events and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with site management systems and ISO 9001 / ISO 14001.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, HSE and R&I functions.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean

Manufacturing excellence

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SAP

AVEVA PI

JMP or Minitab

Aspen Plus or CHEMCAD

Emerson DeltaV

Job description

Career Opportunities: Operations Engineer (34608)

Requisition ID34608-Posted08/04/2026-USA - Willow Island, WV-Industrial-Full time-Fixed shift-Regular

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

The Operations Engineer owns the technical performance of assigned chemical manufacturing processes, ensuring safe, compliant daily operations while improving HSE, quality, throughput, OEE, and cost. The role leads troubleshooting, KPI reporting, continuous improvement and small capital projects (Lean/Six Sigma), incident investigations/root cause analysis, and execution of PSM/RMP activities (PHA, MOC, PSSR) in close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

We count on you for:

• Establish and maintain technical ownership for existing chemical manufacturing processes.
• Lead continuous improvement activities in the following domains:
  • Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE)
  • Quality
  • Manufacturing Excellence
• Actively engage in the development and execution of strategic growth projects for the site as assigned.
• Lead all technical aspects of production for assigned processes:
  
  • Ensure safe day-to-day operation of processes within defined limits, including troubleshooting and resolution of process deviations.
  • Define appropriate metrics to measure process performance, and report performance to site and business leadership teams.
  • Accountable, together with the Production Superintendent, for realization of site and business objectives for HSE, quality, throughput, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and cost.
  • Lead identification, development, and execution of continuous improvement projects and small capital projects.
  • Apply Six Sigma, Lean, or other manufacturing excellence techniques as required.
  • Lead incident investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for process safety and quality events, including development and closure of corrective and preventive actions.
  • Ensure assigned processes comply with site management systems and applicable standards including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Lead compliance with technical aspects of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) for assigned processes.
  • Lead Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) activities.
  • Develop and maintain documentation including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), operator training, and Process Safety Information (PSI).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, HSE, and R&I functions.
• Provide backup coverage for other Operations Engineers, Production Superintendent, or Site Technical Manager as assigned.
• Utilize problem solving techniques to independently understand and solve complex technical problems.
• Demonstrate resiliency in completing an assignment with significant time and resource constraints.
• Influence peers, manager, and cross-functional stakeholders in a positive manner.
• Effectively build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Cultivate a continuous improvement mindset exemplifying decisiveness and a bias for action.

You can count on us for:

• We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company
• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds

You will bring:

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 2-8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience with batch chemical processes preferred.
• Prior experience with one or more of the following software packages preferred:
  • SAP
  • AVEVA PI system
  • JMP or Minitab
  • Aspen Plus or CHEMCAD
  • Emerson DeltaV
• Prior experience in Six Sigma, Lean, or other manufacturing excellence techniques preferred.

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $88,480 to $123,400. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, such as skills, experience, qualifications, etc. and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About Us:

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.