Plant Optimization & Operations Engineer

Dow Chemical; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness facilities

Employee discounts

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Dow's Emulsions/Polymers production facility in Knoxville, TN has an opening for an Operations Performance Engineer. You will help the plant deliver value through EH&S excellence, reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction while working with Operations, Maintenance, and other functions to optimize performance.

This role offers exposure to a broad range of technical and operational areas, enabling development of both technical and leadership capabilities in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering by January 2027 is required; Chemical or Mechanical preferred.
• Experience in chemical production facilities is preferred.
• Experience in coatings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the operations team leveraging problem-solving skills and technical expertise.
• Apply MET knowledge and ensure process automation supports plant performance.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and improve operating discipline.
• Document root causes of asset utilization losses and drive corrective actions.
• Maintain daily KPI/trend reviews and respond to plant issues promptly.
• Provide leadership and optimization in Raw Material Efficiency and safety compliance.

Skills

Process Optimization

Technical Expertise

Problem-Solving Skills

Collaboration and Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)

Job description

Dow's Emulsions/Polymers production facility in Knoxville, TN has an opening for an Operations Performance Engineer. You will help the plant deliver value through EH&S excellence, reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction while working with Operations, Maintenance, and other functions to optimize performance.

This role offers exposure to a broad range of technical and operational areas, enabling development of both technical and leadership capabilities in a hands-on environment.