Process Engineering Manager

Element Solutions Inc; New Jersey; On-site; USD 129,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness program

PTO / Holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Element Solutions Inc seeks an experienced Process Engineering Manager to lead design, scale-up, and optimization of chemical manufacturing processes across lab, pilot, and production scales. You will drive process development, validation, and technology transfer, partnering with R&D, Operations, and Quality to improve yield, quality, and cost.

You will guide the Global Process Engineering Group, develop people, standards, and capabilities within a global organization, and ensure safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with extensive chemical process engineering experience.
• >15 years of chemical process engineering experience or 10+ years with a Master’s degree; minimum 3 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, scale-up, and optimization of manufacturing processes from concept to full-scale production.
• Oversee pilot-scale experiments and testing to improve production processes.
• Drive validation, technology transfer, and process improvements to enhance yield, quality, and cost.
• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, Quality, Marketing, and other departments for seamless integration.
• Develop and maintain P&ID standards and process specs; oversee test methods.
• Champion troubleshooting and root cause analysis of process issues using analytical tools.
• Implement KPIs to ensure process stability and capability; monitor performance.

Skills

Technical leadership

Safety driven

Collaborative

Structured thinking

Resilient

People development

Education

Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Master’s in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced and driven Process Engineering Manager to lead engineering activities supporting safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations across our chemical facilities. This role is ideal for a technically strong leader who can manage multidisciplinary engineering teams, partner closely with operations, and deliver engineering solutions that support business objectives, capital investment, and long‑term asset integrity.

The primary purpose of this position is to lead and manage the design, scale-up, and optimization of manufacturing processes across laboratory, pilot, and manufacturing scales for chemical based products used in the component and electronic assembly industries. This role is part of the Global Process Engineering Group (GPEG) and is responsible for overseeing the successful scale-up of new manufacturing processes, improving existing processes, and driving initiatives to optimize throughput, enhance product quality, and reduce manufacturing costs. The Process Engineering Manager provides technical leadership and strategic direction to ensure operational excellence and innovation in manufacturing process development.

You will be a key member of the site leadership team, providing engineering expertise while developing people, standards, and capabilities within a global organization.

What will you be doing?

• Lead and manage the design and implementation of manufacturing processes from concept through pilot plant and full-scale production.
• Oversee pilot-scale experiments and testing programs to evaluate and enhance production processes.
• Drive validation efforts for new and existing processes/equipment to improve yield, quality, and performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Operations, Quality, Marketing, and other departments to ensure seamless technology transfer and process integration.
• Guide the development and maintenance of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s).
• Provide oversight for the creation of specifications and test methods for both new and existing processes.
• Champion troubleshooting and root cause analysis of process issues, leveraging team expertise and analytical tools
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure process stability and capability using statistical analysis methods.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives through evaluation of materials, equipment, and process methodologies.
• Promote and enforce process standardization and reduction in process variability.
• Demonstrate professional leadership with internal and external stakeholders, reflecting the company’s policies and core values.
• Oversee the use of process simulation tools and techniques to model, analyze, and enhance manufacturing methods.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and all regulatory standards.
• Manage department projects and lead cross-functional initiatives as needed.

Who are You?

• A credible technical leader, respected for expertise and sound decision‑making.
• Safety‑driven, with a strong personal commitment to protecting people, assets, and the environment.
• Collaborative and approachable, comfortable working across disciplines and functions.
• Structured and pragmatic, able to balance technical rigor with operational realities.
• Resilient and decisive, confident managing priorities in a demanding, high‑risk environment.
• People‑focused, motivated to develop others and build strong, engaged teams.

A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry is required with >15 years experience in chemical process engineering or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in chemical process engineering is required. And at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role

What competencies will you need?

Technical & Engineering Competencies

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong experience in chemical, process, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Broad engineering knowledge covering process safety, mechanical systems, utilities, and controls.
• Experience supporting capital projects and managing technical interfaces.

Leadership & Business Competencies

• Proven experience leading engineering teams in an operational environment.
• Ability to prioritize engineering work based on risk, value, and business impact.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Experience working within capital governance and maintenance/reliability frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• High levels of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
• Comfort working in a global, matrixed organization.

We are Offering...

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future - We are committed to solving the complete and evolving needs of our customers through innovation and high-quality standards. We are focused on brining cutting edge and environmentally sustainable solutions to the market. Our people are the critical resource required to make that happen. We support your success by creating a strong, inclusive culture, competitive total rewards and an appropriate work-life balance.

As part of the MAES Team, you will have ...

• Opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan) and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).
• The typical base salary range for this position is between $128,636 and $192,954 annually.
• Innovated work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
• Perks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.