Process Engineer

None; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 97,843 - 152,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning Opportunities

Job summary

Chemours is seeking a Process Engineer to join the Louisville Works team. This role involves engineering responsibilities related to Process Safety Management and continuous improvement.

Candidates must have a BS in Chemical Engineering with at least 2 years of experience in high hazard processes. The position offers benefits including competitive pay and opportunities for growth within a committed team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience.
• At least 2 years in a High Hazard Chemical Manufacturing Process.
• Willing to wear required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise on unit operations.
• Lead Process Safety Management activities.
• Perform tests to enhance area performance.

Skills

Process Safety Management

Chemical engineering knowledge

Interpersonal and leadership skills

Communication skills

Equipment knowledge (pumps, compressors, etc.)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

Position Overview

Chemours is seeking a Process Engineer to join our growing Louisville Works team. This position is based in Louisville, KY and reports directly to the Manufacturing Technology Manager. The Process Engineer will have process and production engineering responsibilities for supporting Process Safety Management, Environmental performance, new capital installation, day-to-day performance, and continuous improvement. The Engineering team includes chemical, mechanical and electrical engineers working within high hazard processes that use highly toxic materials (HTMs). PSM excellence is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise on unit operations such as distillation, refrigeration, pressure vessels, scrubbers and liquid and gas transfer.
• Provide technical oversight for day-to-day operations, including process monitoring, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Lead and/or participate in Process Safety Management (PSM) related activities such as Process Hazards Analysis (PHA) reviews, Pre‑Start‑Up Safety Reviews (PSSR), Mechanical Integrity, and Process Technology reviews.
• Initiate Management of Change (MOC) activities to improve safety, quality, environment, and cost of the production unit.
• Perform tests to enhance safety, quality, environment, and cost of the production unit.
• Review, revise, and create procedures and other technical documentation.
• Assist front‑end loading of capital projects to ensure equipment meets process requirements at the highest uptime and lowest life‑cycle cost.
• Provide process support to all project phases.
• Work on continuous improvement activities to enhance area performance.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and student co‑ops.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a BS in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience.
• At least 2 years in a High Hazard Chemical Manufacturing Process.
• Demonstrated knowledge of typical equipment used in a Chemical Plant (pumps, compressors, piping, valves, etc.).
• Demonstrated capability to understand underlying chemical interactions within a Chemical Plant.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and execute improvements supporting Business goals in Safety, Throughput & Cost.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Willing and able to wear required PPE (steel toes, hard hat, Nomex, eye protection, respirators, etc.).
• Demonstrated understanding of OSHA 1910 Process Safety Management.
• Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Chemical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Experience leading/participating in Process Hazards Analyses.
• Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) Certification.
• Experience with distillation processes.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation.
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages.
• 401(k) Match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Learning and Development Opportunities.
• Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives.
• Company-paid Volunteer Day.
• Pay Range (in local currency): $97,843.00 - $152,880.00.
• Annual Bonus Target: 11%.
• Immigration sponsorship (H1‑B, F‑1 OPT, TN) is currently not available for this position.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non‑discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. Chemours is an E‑Verify employer.