Production Engineer - Epoxy

Olin Chemicals; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Available

Job summary

Olin Chemicals in Freeport, TX is seeking a Production Engineer - Epoxy to resolve plant issues, drive improvements, and support cost goals. You will collaborate across teams to meet annual production commitments and safety standards while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and at least 2 years of chemical manufacturing experience. Relocation is available, and you must be able to obtain a TWIC and hold a US driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of engineering experience in chemical manufacturing.
• Ability to solve problems and work in a team.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must obtain TWIC and possess a valid US driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Optimize operations to meet business goals (EH&S, production, cost, quality).
• Participate in advanced troubleshooting and document findings.
• Network with engineers to leverage knowledge on plant operations.
• Update plant operating procedures to stay current.
• Support regulatory compliance and process control optimization.
• Coordinate during planned shutdowns and maintenance activities.
• Develop job scopes and provide technical support during turnarounds.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Aspen 1

IP21

Job description

Title: Production Engineer - Epoxy

Location: Freeport, TX

Salary: $105,000 - $150,000

Schedule: 9/80s

Relocation Available

Focus

This role resolves plant issues, drives improvements, and shares knowledge to strengthen the performance of the team. You will work closely with other individuals and teams to establish and achieve annual spending plans, production commitments to the business, and cost goals. Production Engineer

Essential Job Functions

• Works with Technical Specialist and plant employees to optimize operations to meet business and plant goals (environmental, health & safety, production, cost, productivity, quality, energy, reliability).
• Participates in advanced troubleshooting, coaches others to learn these skills, and ensures findings are documented for future usage.
• Networks with other engineers on site and within the business to leverage knowledge on plant operations.
• Initiates changes to Plant Operating procedures to ensure they are valid and up to date.
• Ensures regulatory and responsible care compliance via operating discipline while meeting the increasing demand.
• Works with Plant Process Control roles to ensure process control is optimized in the facility.
• Helps coordinate area of responsibility during planned shutdown and maintenance activities.
• Helps develop job scopes, plans, and technical execution support during turnarounds, start-ups, and shutdowns.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree* in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years of related engineering experience within a chemical manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and work in a team environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience with Aspen 1, IP21, or similar technologies are preferred
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) and must possess a valid US Driver's License

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Other Notes

*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.