Unit Reliability Engineer – Production & Process Excellence

Ashland; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashland is seeking a Unit Operational Reliability Engineer at the Hopewell, VA site to drive safety, production, and quality targets in Natrosol operations. You will work closely with operators and engineers to resolve daily issues and lead continuous improvement efforts.

The role requires a BS in a related field and 5–10 years of chemical plant experience, with Delta-V and SAP proficiency. You’ll manage equipment reliability, budgets, and compliance within a unionized setting.

Qualifications

• BSc in Chemical Engineering, Pulp & Paper, Mechanical or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of chemical plant manufacturing experience.
• Able to handle multiple projects concurrently and work in a team.
• Delta-V and SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Model and exemplify excellence in leadership behaviors.
• Act quickly on escalations from the 24/7 team with updates on issues.
• Integrate with the organization and create a high accountability culture.
• Ensure adherence to stewardship and quality standards.
• Bridge gaps in how work is done to improve processes.
• Own all unit equipment reliability and maintenance prioritization.
• Develop and justify projects to advance unit operation.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Data analysis

Planning & organizing

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Pulp & Paper, Mechanical or equivalent

Tools

Delta-V

SAP

Job description

Ashland is seeking a Unit Operational Reliability Engineer at the Hopewell, VA site to drive safety, production, and quality targets in Natrosol operations. You will work closely with operators and engineers to resolve daily issues and lead continuous improvement efforts.

The role requires a BS in a related field and 5–10 years of chemical plant experience, with Delta-V and SAP proficiency. You’ll manage equipment reliability, budgets, and compliance within a unionized setting.