Senior Process Engineer

DSJ Global; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations by applying engineering principles to ensure safe, efficient production, quality, and cost targets. You will work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, analyze data on yield and energy, and implement corrective actions to improve plant performance.

Ideal candidates bring a bachelor's degree in engineering (chemical engineering concentration preferred) and at least 2 years in a manufacturing setting, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline required; chemical engineering concentration preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally chemical processing.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification credentials are considered an asset.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities with the confidence to engage across all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations personnel to provide technical guidance and support for manufacturing activities.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for daily production challenges and coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve process disruptions.
• Track, analyze, and classify production losses that impact operational targets and supply commitments.
• Gather and evaluate data related to yield performance, energy consumption, and sustainability initiatives to support cost and environmental objectives.
• Assess equipment reliability, downtime trends, and recurring maintenance issues to improve operational efficiency and product quality.
• Provide rapid support and technical leadership during plant upsets, emergencies, and critical operational events.
• Serve as the primary technical resource during unexpected process incidents, driving root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive solutions.
• Optimize raw material utilization, utility consumption, and process efficiency to reduce waste and improve plant performance.
• Maintain and enhance operating procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with site requirements.
• Evaluate interactions across plant systems and contribute recommendations to improve overall manufacturing effectiveness.
• Apply continuous improvement methodologies, business awareness, and value-driven decision-making to enhance profitability and operational performance.
• Champion safety, product quality, customer service, and operational reliability across the facility.
• Design, coordinate, and support training initiatives for operators and supervisors to improve workforce competency and performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Chemical engineering concentration

Job description

The Process Engineer plays a key role in supporting manufacturing operations by leveraging technical expertise to execute production plans safely and efficiently. This position is responsible for driving reliable, cost-effective production processes that consistently meet quality standards and customer expectations. The role requires a strong understanding of core engineering principles, along with working knowledge of related disciplines, to troubleshoot issues and resolve complex operational challenges. In addition, the Process Engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to align production objectives, coordinate maintenance activities, and achieve cost performance targets while maintaining compliance with established safety standards, operating procedures, and process parameters.

Responsibilities Include:

• Partner with operations personnel to provide technical guidance and support for manufacturing activities.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for daily production challenges and coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve process disruptions.
• Track, analyze, and classify production losses that impact operational targets and supply commitments.
• Gather and evaluate data related to yield performance, energy consumption, and sustainability initiatives to support cost and environmental objectives.
• Assess equipment reliability, downtime trends, and recurring maintenance issues to improve operational efficiency and product quality.
• Provide rapid support and technical leadership during plant upsets, emergencies, and critical operational events.
• Serve as the primary technical resource during unexpected process incidents, driving root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive solutions.
• Optimize raw material utilization, utility consumption, and process efficiency to reduce waste and improve plant performance.
• Maintain and enhance operating procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with site requirements.
• Evaluate interactions across plant systems and contribute recommendations to improve overall manufacturing effectiveness.
• Apply continuous improvement methodologies, business awareness, and value-driven decision-making to enhance profitability and operational performance.
• Champion safety, product quality, customer service, and operational reliability across the facility.
• Design, coordinate, and support training initiatives for operators and supervisors to improve workforce competency and performance.

Ideal Skillset:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline is required; a concentration in Chemical Engineering is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the chemical processing industry.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification credentials are considered an asset.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities with the confidence to engage across all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to effectively manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.