Process Engineer

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer in Ohio to lead risk assessments, evaluate product readiness, and optimize manufacturing processes. You will baseline process parameters, document results, and collaborate with the Technical and EHS teams to improve efficiency and safety.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and 0-3 years of related experience, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, PHA, FTA and risk assessment methods is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk assessment and evaluate processes using PFMEA, PHA, FTA or other methods.
• Evaluate product readiness with Technical department to determine compatibility with current machines and equipment.
• Baseline and document process parameters; interpret results.
• Document and report results of new product launches to management.
• Recommend improvements to products, processes, and parameters.
• Collaborate with EHS to create equipment work instructions, including LOTO.
• Work with customers to optimize production processes from inception to certification.
• Coordinate with maintenance to design, test, and upgrade systems and processes.
• Develop best practices to improve production rates and quality of output.
• Perform off-hours support to Production personnel for process issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

PFMEA

Risk assessment

PHA/FTA

Process troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

DCS/PLC familiarity

Process Safety Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

DCS/PLC systems

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Perform risk assessment and evaluate on a risk scale processes using PFMEA, PHA, FTA or any appropriate analysis method.
• Complete product readiness evaluation. Evaluate products from Technical department and determine if the product can be made with current machines and equipment.
• Assess current processes to establish a baseline, document and interpret parameters.
• Document and report results of new product launches to management.
• Make recommendations to improve new products, processes, and/or parameters.
• Work with the EHS department to create new equipment work instructions. This can include LOTO processes, equipment operations, etc.
• Work with the customer to develop, configure, and optimize production processes from inception through certification.
• Work with the maintenance department to design, run, test, and upgrade systems and processes. This includes the collection and entry of data.
• Develop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output.
• Preform process simulations for new processes and product lines. This may begin on a lab size scale and move to a production scale.
• Take calls as needed to assist Production personnel with process related issues during off hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 0-3 year's related experience in a working or classroom environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Familiarity with chemical process control systems (DCS or PLC) preferred.
• Familiarity with Process Safety Management preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate (verbal and written) effectively.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Willing and able to take calls during off hours.
• This position operates primarily in a professional office environment.
• The role routinely uses standard office equipment.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

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