Process Engineer

Specialized Career Search; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Career Search is looking for a Process Engineer to supervise and assist in process flow studies for production systems in Chattanooga, TN. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Chemical Engineering and has 2-4 years of relevant experience in the cement industry.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop long-term solutions. Responsibilities include training, supervising control room operators, and ensuring safety and quality targets are met. Apply now to join a dynamic team!

Qualifications

• 2 - 4 years in process engineering experience in the cement industry preferred.
• Self-starter and inquisitive by nature.
• Able to develop long-term solutions for repair and maintenance problems.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise process flow studies for all production systems.
• Supervise and assist in training control room operators.
• Work closely with Plant Supervisors and Maintenance Planner to address concerns.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Responsibilities

Schedule, supervise and take part in process flow studies for all production systems: plan, design, coordinate and schedule process-flow improvement projects; and train and support plant personnel in process flow activities.

• Directly supervise and assist in training control room operators to insure all quality and production targets are met.
• Assist in laboratory testing as needed.
• Work closely with night Plant Supervisors, Maintenance Planner and Automation Engineer to address process flow concerns, minimizing down times.
• Develop and implement regular system flow analysis programs; and prepare process flow materials and services contracts.
• Analyze equipment shutdowns and make recommendations for operational and control changes, and follow up on implementation of agreed upon changes.
• Ensure adherence to the Company’s plant rules for conduct, health and safety, and environmental issues by supervised personnel, and administer appropriate disciplinary actions for violations.
• On-call for covering plant needs, both routine and emergency needs as required, and fills in for Production Manager as necessary.
• Conduct or attend weekly safety meetings, inspect the department daily for unsafe working conditions and equipment to aid in reducing on-the-job injuries and to eliminate lost time accidents.
• Supervise contractors on production department projects; maintain records of costs on all process control project work.
• Ensure work orders required by operations and safety inspections are provided to Maintenance Planner.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering required
• 2 - 4 years in process enginerring experience in the cement preferred.
• Familiarity with operational aspects of Cement Industry
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build consensus and confidence
• Self-starter and inquisitive by nature
• Able to develop long-term solutions for repair and maintenance problems
• Solid computer skills
• Working knowledge of Environmental, Safety and Health, and company policies
• Requires physical dexterity and strength to lift heavy objects and to move through close areas
• Physical environment is in the plant – dusty, noisy and potentially hazardous
• Requires travel, with some extended periods away from home facility to work with other facilities