Process Engineer I, II or III

Brewer Science, Inc.; West Windsor (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Identity protection

Pet insurance

Paid leave

Stock options

401k plan

Bonus plan

Educational assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Brewer Science, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer II or III to evaluate, develop, and implement programs for product and process characterization. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and collaboration with cross-functional teams to boost process efficiency and product quality.

Responsibilities include testing, data analysis, report generation, and maintaining robust process documentation while adhering to safety standards in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering or related field; 2+ years chemical manufacturing experience.
• Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred; Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; ability to lead process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, develop, and implement programs for product and process characterization.
• Participate in process troubleshooting and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
• Prepare periodic reports summarizing outcomes, improvements, and roadblocks.
• Maintain accurate records and safety procedures within manufacturing.

Skills

Process characterization

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering or related

Masters in Chemical Engineering or related

Tools

P&IDs

Process documentation

Job description

Brewer Science, Inc. is a major innovator of high-technology solutions for the semiconductor / microelectronics markets. We are currently seeking a purpose-driven candidate with an ownership mentality to fill an open position as a Process Engineer II or III. This position will be located in Rolla, MO.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Summary

Process Engineers evaluate, select, develop, and implement programs for product and process characterization, continuous product and process improvements, equipment design, and specific installation and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Perform product and process characterization.
• Perform work that involves conventional types of plans, investigations, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features that have precedents and require investigation of a limited scope.
• Complete assignments that usually include one or more of the following: testing of materials, preparation of workbook and process specifications, process study, research investigations, report preparation, and other activities of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed.
• May coordinate the work of technicians or others who assist in specific assignments.
• Maintain accurate records of data, procedures, experiments, tests, and findings for future reference with record retention, which may include the use of lab notebooks.
• Analyze and utilize data to ensure continuous improvement in products, processes, and systems under the guidance of more experienced engineers or supervisor/manager.
• Prepare regular periodic reports that summarize outcomes, process improvements, achievement, challenges, and roadblocks.
• Participate in process troubleshooting activities and propose solutions to operational challenges.
• Support the implementation of safety procedures and guidelines within the manufacturing facility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
• Learn and adhere to industry regulations and standards related to chemical manufacturing processes.
• Process Engineer II
  • Perform product and process characterization.
  • Perform work that involves conventional types of plans, investigations, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features that have precedents and require investigation of a limited scope.
  • Complete assignments that usually include one or more of the following: testing of materials, preparation of workbook and process specifications, process study, research investigations, report preparation, and other activities of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed.
  • May coordinate the work of technicians or others who assist in specific assignments.
  • Maintain accurate records of data, procedures, experiments, tests, and findings for future reference with record retention, which may include the use of lab notebooks.
  • Analyze and utilize data to ensure continuous improvement in products, processes, and systems under the guidance of more experienced engineers or supervisor/manager.
  • Prepare regular periodic reports that summarize outcomes, process improvements, achievement, challenges, and roadblocks.
  • Participate in process troubleshooting activities and propose solutions to operational challenges.
  • Support the implementation of safety procedures and guidelines within the manufacturing facility.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
  • Learn and adhere to industry regulations and standards related to chemical manufacturing processes.
  • Initiates action to prevent the occurrence of non-conformities.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
  • Design and conduct experiments to test process improvements and assess their impact on product quality and yield.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process changes and monitor their effectiveness.
  • Provide technical support to production teams, troubleshoot process issues, and propose solutions to ensure smooth operations.
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, including P&IDs, standard operating procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Assist in the training of new team members and provide guidance on best practices in chemical manufacturing processes.
  • Contributes new ideas to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Complete assignments that meet specified objectives and timelines with moderate complexity.
  • May present project findings at internal and externals meetings.
  • May provide technical guidance to technicians and other process engineers
• Process Engineer III
  • Same duties as Process Engineer II.
  • Additional duties as Process Engineer III:
    • May supervise or coordinate the work of technicians or others who assist in specific assignments.
    • Responsible for design, specifications, and justification of facilities.
    • Lead process improvement projects, from conception to implementation, to enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and yield.
    • Collaborate with R&D teams to scale up new processes from laboratory to pilot plant and full-scale production.
    • Interpret, monitor, and analyze data from experiments and production runs to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions for moderately complex issues in non-routine research and data.
    • Develop and maintain process simulation models to optimize unit operations and overall process performance.
    • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality control, and maintenance, to provide technical support that ensures seamless integration of process changes.
    • Mentor lower-level engineers, provide technical guidance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team.
    • Assist in project and product development planning.

Education & Credentials

• Process Engineer I
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field and 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or
  • An equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Process Engineer II
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field and 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or
  • Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline or
  • An equivalent combination of education and related experience.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt certification or higher is preferred.
• Process Engineer III
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field and 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or
  • Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline or
  • An equivalent combination of education and related experience.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt certification or higher is preferred.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
• Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
• Educational assistance & employee assistance program

Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Veterans