Principal Discipline Engineer (Chemical Manufacturing)

ChampionX; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Principal Discipline Engineer to enhance global manufacturing operations in chemical processing. This role is pivotal in driving process safety, efficiency, and quality performance while serving as a key liaison among various departments. The opportunity offers a supportive culture that values diversity and sustainability, along with comprehensive benefits from day one. If you are passionate about making an impact in a growth-oriented company, this is a chance to shape your career while contributing to innovative solutions in the oil and gas industry.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in chemical processing within a global manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with chemical manufacturing equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for reaction or blend areas globally.
• Lead process safety initiatives and conduct root cause analysis.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Root Cause Analysis

Process Safety

Statistical Analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

FMEA

PHA

PSSR

Job description

ChampionX has an immediate need for a Principal Discipline Engineer (Chemical Manufacturing) to work out of our Sugar Land, TX. Reporting to the Director of Process Technology and Quality, this role focuses on supporting global manufacturing operations by providing advice, guidance, and direction on technical aspects to continually improve process safety, efficiency, and quality performance. The engineer will serve as a key liaison between centralized operations and manufacturing sites.

The individual must be an excellent communicator capable of working effectively with personnel across R&D, Marketing, Procurement, and the global supply chain. A strong sense of ownership, planning, organizing, and data-driven decision-making are essential.

What's in it For You:

• The opportunity to make an impact and shape your career within a growth-oriented company
• Supportive organizational culture that values diversity and inclusion
• A company committed to sustainability, safety, and ethical practices
• Comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, tuition reimbursement, and more

What You Will Do:

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the reaction or blend areas globally, providing expert advice
• Identify and share best practices across manufacturing operations to enhance robustness, yield, and quality
• Implement industry best practices to support world-class manufacturing
• Specify and support installation of new equipment
• Lead process safety initiatives, setting standards for design principles and validating process hazard assessments
• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring manufacturing issues
• Support global quality assurance processes, including GTT, PST, and ASAP
• Coordinate new product introductions, ensuring resource allocation and guidance to R&D&E
• Contribute to network optimization and make-vs-buy decisions to maximize EBITDA
• Support digital strategy by providing SME input

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• At least 5 years of experience in chemical processing within a global manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with chemical manufacturing equipment and processes
• Experience with root cause analysis tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in product or process development
• Advanced technical or business degree
• Leadership experience in project and process management
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification
• Strong safety background, with experience in FMEA, PHA, PSSR
• Hands-on statistical analysis experience

About ChampionX:

ChampionX is a global leader in providing chemistry programs, drilling technology, artificial lift solutions, and automation for the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. Our safety culture drives our purpose to improve lives through sustainable operations.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

ChampionX values diversity and inclusion, striving to create a workplace where every employee can grow and succeed. We promote fair treatment and equal opportunity for all applicants and employees, regardless of race, religion, gender, or other protected characteristics. We also support affirmative action and consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with applicable laws.