Process Engineer II or III

Brewer Science; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

Employee stock ownership

401k plan

Bonus program

Educational assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Brewer Science, Inc. in Rolla, Missouri is seeking a Process Engineer II or III to join our engineering team. The role focuses on evaluating, developing, and implementing programs for process characterization, continuous improvement, and equipment effectiveness.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, lead process improvement initiatives from concept to implementation, and support safety and quality standards in chemical manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field with 2+ years chemical manufacturing experience or
• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline or
• An equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select, develop and implement programs for product and process characterization and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
• Provide technical support to production, troubleshoot process issues, and mentor lower-level engineers.

Skills

Process engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Mentoring

Project leadership

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

M.S. in Chemical Engineering

Equivalent education/experience

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

• 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 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 science and 4+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or
  • Master’s degree and 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt certification or higher is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short- 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