Senior Chemical Process Engineer - Energetic Materials

X-Bow Systems; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Systems in Crane, IN is seeking a Sr. Chemical Process Engineer to lead day-to-day energetic chemical manufacturing operations and collaborate with Data/Automation/Controls engineers.

You will optimize safety, environmental compliance, and process efficiency while supporting capital projects and supplier coordination. US Person and secret clearance required; ITAR commitments apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years directly related industry experience.
• Experience collaborating with Data/Automation/Controls engineers.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teams of ~5 engineers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• US Person as defined by ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Operate energetic chemical manufacturing processes daily.
• Work with operators to ensure energetic materials are made safely and per specifications.
• Monitor processes for environmental compliance.
• Provide onsite technical support to operators on key characteristics.
• Collaborate with operators to improve process unit efficiency.
• Troubleshoot production processes to maintain efficiency.
• Conduct safety analyses of equipment.
• Assist with testing, training, startup/shutdown, and maintenance.
• Serve as SME during emergencies/abnormal operations.
• Assist with capital project design work.
• Create procedures and process flow documentation.
• Maintain safety and environmental standards.
• Minimize by-products and waste.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Coordinate timelines and budgets with contractors/vendors.

Skills

Experience 5+ years

Collaboration with automation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Process simulation

Data analysis tools

Communication skills

Secret clearance

US Person

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

X-Bow Systems in Crane, IN is seeking a Sr. Chemical Process Engineer to lead day-to-day energetic chemical manufacturing operations and collaborate with Data/Automation/Controls engineers.

You will optimize safety, environmental compliance, and process efficiency while supporting capital projects and supplier coordination. US Person and secret clearance required; ITAR commitments apply.