Process Engineer

Innophos; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Innophos is seeking a Process Engineer at our Geismar facility, responsible for optimizing operations and improving plant efficiency. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on engagement on plant floors.

Candidates should have a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience, especially in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing. The position emphasizes safety, process management, and requires effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or nutraceutical manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects end-to-end, manage new equipment installations.
• Optimize production by evaluating process and lab data.
• Design and improve systems through simulations and upgrades.
• Train teams by creating clear operating instructions.
• Manage risk by conducting assessments and ensuring adherence.
• Champion safety as a core workplace value.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

GMP/FDA compliance

Process Safety Management

Microsoft Office

Unit operations

PLC and DCS systems

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions serving the food, health, nutrition, and industrial markets. We're looking for a talented Process Engineer to join our Geismar facility and play a central role in optimizing our operations, leading improvements, and helping us build a safer, more efficient plant for the future.

If you're a sharp, solutions-oriented engineer who thrives at the intersection of data and hands‑on problem solving, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll split your time between strategic office work and real plant‑floor engagement — bringing ideas to life where it counts. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you’ll own a wide range of high‑impact responsibilities:

• Lead projects end-to-end — manage new equipment installations, coordinate timelines, and ensure seamless knowledge transfer to operators
• Optimize production — evaluate process and lab data daily to improve yield, quality, and efficiency
• Design and improve systems — run process simulations, test upgrades, and develop innovative solutions and best practices
• Train and document — create clear operating instructions and process documentation that empower your team
• Manage risk — conduct risk assessments and keep cost and time constraints on track
• Champion safety — model and reinforce a culture where safety is everyone's first priority

Required Education and Experience

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or nutraceutical manufacturing

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Lean Manufacturing, GMP/FDA compliance, and Process Safety Management
• Capital expenditure planning, unit operations, PLC and DCS systems
• Ability to interpret technical journals, financial reports, and regulatory documents
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership and regulatory agencies
• Experience responding to common inquiries or concerns from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Environmental and/or Physical Requirements

• Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available
• Requires frequent plant field visits that may require the use of protective clothing & personal devices: Safety shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, mask, goggles, insulated gloves, safety vest, harness, hair net, slicker suit, self‑contained breathing apparatus

Innophos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Innophos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates in our recruiting process, as required by applicable federal, state and local laws.