Process Engineer

LHH; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

15 days PTO

Paid sick leave where applicable by州

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to serve as a technical expert to drive improvements in plant efficiency and reliability in Ottawa, IL. You will lead root cause analyses, monitor process data, and support capital projects to enhance performance and safety.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, strong analytical skills, and a track record of collaborating with operations, engineering, quality, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a chemical plant or manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with root cause analysis is preferred.
• Experience leading or supporting capital projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Improve plant efficiency and reliability through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proactively monitor operations and troubleshoot to prevent issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and lead efforts to eliminate production losses.
• Support capital projects aimed at enhancing process performance and safety.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to solve problems.
• Guide process changes, equipment upgrades, and operating parameters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

LHH is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to serve as a technical expert to drive improvements in plant efficiency and reliability, lead root cause analysis, and support capital projects to improve process performance. This role requires 7-10 years of experience and strong analytical skills to interpret process data and identify trends. This direct hire role is in Ottawa, IL and the anticipated salary is between $98,000-$136,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Improve plant efficiency and reliability through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Proactively monitor operations and troubleshoot to prevent issues
• Conduct root cause analysis and lead efforts to eliminate production losses
• Support capital projects aimed at enhancing process performance and safety
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to solve problems
• Guide process changes, equipment upgrades, and operating parameters

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience working in a chemical plant or manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with root cause analysis preferred
• Prior experience leading or supporting capital projects preferred
• 401k + match
• 15 days PTO
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

• The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers