Production Engineer

Syensqo SA; Borger (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Maternity/paternity leave

Training platform

Well-being sessions

Bonus and incentives

Job summary

Syensqo seeks a Production Engineer for its Borger, TX site to join the operations team focused on safe, reliable and cost-effective operations. You will optimize unit operations, support HSE, quality, production and cost performance, and lead reliability initiatives.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Chemical Engineering with 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, polymer processing exposure, and knowledge of ASPEN. Strong technical, analytical, and independent working skills are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering with 3–5 years of manufacturing process experience.
• Experience with polymer processing technologies is a plus.
• Experience with ASPEN or other process-simulation tools.
• Strong technical and analytical skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide process engineering assistance to troubleshoot operations and maximize capacity.
• Monitor day-to-day unit performance and implement improvements in process, quality and HSE.
• Coordinate handling of key process parameters and involve operators as needed.
• Lead investigations for product quality issues and support customer audits.
• Develop preventive maintenance plans and contribute to surety of supply.

Skills

Process engineering

Analytical skills

Independent worker

Influence

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

ASPEN

Job description

Requisition ID35174-Posted10/13/2026-USA - Borger, TX-Industrial-Full time-Regular

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

We are currently seeking a Production Engineer for our manufacturing site in Borger, Texas. This person will be a member of the operations team that is responsible for safe, reliable, & cost effective operations. The engineer will work on the optimization of unit operations & small/medium projects. This position is expected to support improvements in our HSE, Quality, Production, and Cost performance. The engineer will lead efforts to improve reliability and support Operational Excellence.

We count on you for:

• Providing process engineering assistance to troubleshoot operational problems, minimize unit interruptions, and maximize capacity utilization.
• Monitor the day-to-day performance of the unit. Develop, propose, implement and/or follow up on process and facility improvements involved in ongoing operations (variable cost, productivity, quality, HSE, reliability, maintenance…)
• Coordinate the activities related to the identification, monitoring and control of key process parameters.
• Interact with unit operators for troubleshooting and as needed to accomplish safe production goals
• Develop ways to increase product yields, OEE and reduce variable costs while maintaining the needed Quality and HSE standards
• Develop and implement Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC tools to enhance production quality reliability and On Aim Quality.
• Lead the internal investigation team in front of a customer complaint – or internally detected anomaly - related to product quality and for prepare the related report
• Support the preparation and successful occurrence of customer audits
• Coordinate the recovery/reworking of off-spec production.
• Actively participate to new product industrialization trials.
• Contribute to the development of preventative maintenance plans.

You can count on us for:

• We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company
• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds

You will bring:

• BS degree in Chemical Engineering
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing process
• Experienced in polymer processing technologies is a plus.
• Experience with simulation tools (ASPEN) is a plus.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently and effectively with both external customers and globally based internal team.
• Ability to influence.
• Good understanding of product quality requirements and customer’s needs.

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $88,480 to $110,600. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, such as skills, experience, qualifications, etc. and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About Us:

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.