Senior Chemical Process Engineer

The Chemical Engineer; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Chemical Engineer to serve as a technical leader within their team. This role involves mentoring junior engineers, leading process safety initiatives, and collaborating with various engineering disciplines to drive solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical engineering and a passion for improving operational efficiency. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, where your expertise will contribute to enhancing product lines and ensuring safety in operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading technical teams and mentoring engineers.
• Strong background in process safety and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Mentor less experienced engineers on design practices and troubleshooting.
• Lead process safety initiatives and incident investigations.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Mentoring

Troubleshooting

Process Safety Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Job description

What you will do

• Serve as the technical leader on the business team by mentoring less experienced engineers on design practices, unit health monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Provide support during abnormal and non-routine operations, including unit turnarounds, and aid in developing long-term strategies for product line improvements.
• Organize and design plant testing and product trials.
• Act as a senior resource, collaborating with supervisors to set clear objectives and align priorities for the technical team.
• Influence others and drive solutions without direct authority.
• Work collaboratively with other engineering disciplines, operations, mechanical personnel, and interface with corporate technology support.
• Interface with third-party vendors for cost optimization and developing solutions.
• Lead process safety initiatives, including Hazard and Operability Reviews (HAZOPs) and Risk Assessments, developing closure plans for identified risks.
• Lead or support incident investigations as a technical expert.
• Support the development and implementation of capital projects aimed at improving margins or mitigating SHE risks.
• Assist in field operations during plant startups, shutdowns, or upsets.
• Demonstrate courage of conviction to promote healthy tension and ensure fit-for-purpose outcomes.