Polymer Production Engineer — East London Growth & Impact

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Chemical Engineer for a polymer production facility in East London. You will optimize polymerization processes, ensure product quality, and drive process improvements in a manufacturing environment.

The role involves troubleshooting, scale-up of formulations, and ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards. Collaboration with R&D and operations is essential to successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum 4 years in chemical manufacturing with polymer focus.
• Strong knowledge of polymerization mechanisms and reactor design.
• Experience with process control systems and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations in chemical manufacturing.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize polymerization processes to meet specifications.
• Monitor parameters and implement controls for stability and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with R&D on new product development and scale-up.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regs.
• Conduct hazard analyses and implement mitigations.
• Analyze data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Manage inputs/outputs for polymerization units.
• Develop and update operating procedures and training materials.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Polymer chemistry

Process control

Data analysis

Strong communication

Manufacturing environment

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Chemical Engineer for a polymer production facility in East London. You will optimize polymerization processes, ensure product quality, and drive process improvements in a manufacturing environment.

The role involves troubleshooting, scale-up of formulations, and ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards. Collaboration with R&D and operations is essential to successful project delivery.