Production Engineer

westlake; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Corporation in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an Engineer I to join our engineering team. This role supports safety, reliability, and continuous improvement across our refinery and chemical operations.

You will monitor parameters, develop KPIs, assist in budgets, and contribute to process optimization, equipment design knowledge, and collaboration with maintenance and production, with emphasis on teamwork and clear communication.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• 0-2 years of experience in a refinery, chemical or petrochemical plant preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Aspen Process Explorer, and SAP.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with a team development orientation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security policies.
• Monitor operating parameters and troubleshoot as needed.
• Develop, track and communicate KPIs.
• Assist in development and tracking of Expense and Capital budgets.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Aspen Process Explorer

SAP

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

SUMMARY

We are looking for world-class talent to join our team as an Engineer I. As a leader in the chemistry sector, Westlake Corporation represents a new kind of chemistry company; one that works to responsibly harness applied chemistry to solve common problems, improve everyday life and drive human progress. Westlake Corporation is a leading North American manufacturer of two integrated chemical product lines and chlorovinyls. Blending a strong, downstream building products business with core materials capabilities, Westlake Corporation delivers life-enhancing benefits. Westlake Corporation's chemical products can be found in high performance plastics, pulp and paper production, packaging, chemical intermediates, pharmaceuticals, medical and agricultural applications and paints, acrylics and varnishes. With its scale and resources, Westlake Corporation is committed to being a leader in sustainable practices, a responsible environmental steward, and a force for progress.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security policies
• Monitor operating parameters and troubleshoot as needed
• Develop, track and communicate KPIs
• Participate actively in safety programs, promote safety rules and good housekeeping methods
• Assist in development and tracking of Expense and Capital budgets
• Participate in Turnaround Planning, Process Hazard Analysis, ISO activities, Incident Investigation, and other activities as appropriate
• Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities
• Review, develop, and create Procedures
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance and production groups as required
• Maintain technical expertise and keep abreast of electrical technology/design changes as they apply to potential plant equipment/production improvements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• 0-2 years of experience preferred in a refinery, chemical or petrochemical plant performing engineering design responsibilities
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Aspen Process Explorer, and SAP
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills including an orientation to team development
• Work well in a team environment, balance and prioritize multiple projects, and be able to provide effective technical presentations.
• Basic understanding of process equipment design including pumps, heat exchangers, vessels, etc.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Successful candidates must satisfy background screening, including motor vehicle record screening, drug testing & pre-employment physical requirements before starting work.
• A current, valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.