Pilot Plant Engineer

Ashland Inc.; Calvert City (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashland Inc. is seeking a Chemical Engineer to join the Process Technology Team at Calvert City, KY. The role reports to the Group Leader of the Pilot Plant and Catalyst Testing Lab and focuses on developing and scaling up new processes for specialty products.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Chemical Engineering and up to five years of experience in chemical manufacturing or process research. A strong emphasis on safety and collaboration with manufacturing teams is required.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 0–5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, catalyst generation or process research is preferred.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Commitment to safe practices in all aspects of the job.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development and scale-up projects of specialty products from the R&D program.
• Develop and evaluate alternative process options for feasibility decisions.
• Direct technicians in the pilot plant to define process capability.

Skills

Initiative

Multitasking

Process knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Gas Chromatography

Analytical instrumentation

PC usage / MS Office

Job description

Ashland Inc. Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious? Are you always solving? Then we’d like to meet you and bet you’d like to meet us. Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Chemical Engineer to join our Process Technology Team at our Calvert City, KY location. This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the global R&D function. This position will report to the Group Leader of the Pilot Plant and Catalyst Testing Lab.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development and scale-up projects of specialty products developed through the R&D innovation program
• Develop and evaluate alternative process options to facilitate decisions on product and process feasibility
• Direct technicians in the pilot plant to define process capability and evaluate process options
• Participate in plant trials to demonstrate and commercialize new products and processes
• Summarize and interpret process and analytical data
• Document and transfer new process technology to manufacturing
• Evaluate heterogeneous catalyst performance in laboratory scale flow reactors for various processes
• Maintain and modify bench scale process and laboratory equipment
• Comply with company procedural guidelines, laboratory procedures, and safety programs

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering is required
• Ideal candidate has 0-5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, catalyst generation and operations and/or process research
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Commitment to safe practices in all aspects of job

Preferred Skills

• Displays initiative
• Ability to manage multiple projects and activities
• Familiarity with basic process control instrumentation
• Proficient in PC usage and Microsoft Office software
• Knowledge of gas chromatography and other analytical equipment is beneficial
• Understands chemical handling procedures and the use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Knowledge of organic synthesis and experience handling organic solutions, organic solvents and flammable gases is desirable

Calvert City, KY is located in Western Kentucky and sits in close proximity to Kentucky Lake known for some of the best recreational boating and bass fishing in the U.S. Third-party recruiters and agencies ("Agency") should not contact employees of Ashland or its subsidiaries directly. Any resumes sent by an Agency to a hiring manager, recruiter or submitted to Ashland’s career portal are considered unsolicited and property of Ashland. Ashland will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume, unless the Agency has a signed contract with Ashland’s Human Resources/Procurement department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.

In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC. (NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutions for tomorrow. Our chemistry is at work every day in a wide variety of markets and applications, including architectural coatings, automotive, construction, energy, personal care and pharmaceutical. Visit www.ashland.com to see the innovations we offer. At Ashland our vision is to be a leading, global specialty chemicals company whose inspired and engaged employees add value to all we touch. In fact our people, employees, customers and vendors define who we are. They are the driving force behind everything we do. Not only do we value our customers but we value our employees, and we work to offer them a dynamic and challenging environment. We hold ourselves to high standards at Ashland, and we value integrity and honesty. Ashland has a history of attracting the best people and keeping them. The reasons are simple: industry competitive salary and benefits, pay-for-performance incentive plans and a diverse work environment where employees feel challenged and valued. People come to Ashland and stay. As a growing Fortune 500 specialty chemicals company, we offer opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization. Our values define who we are and what we care about as a company. If you are looking for a relationship with a company instead of simply a job, this may be a great fit. Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

NOTE: We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless we have a signed recruiting agreement in place to fill a specific position.

Infinite possibilities Creating good chemistry isn’t just about what happens when you add the right ingredients together. It’s about what happens when the right people are one of the ingredients. Good chemistry – the kind that can transform a market or a world – is what makes Ashland different and what makes us better. If you’re passionate about the infinite possibilities created through good chemistry, we have a rewarding and challenging opportunity for you to help us make great things happen every day for our customers, our communities, our investors and our colleagues around the world.

Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.