Chemical Engineer
About The Position
MAPEI is a world leader in the manufacturing of solutions of excellence for the building industry. Founded in Milan in 1937, MAPEI has more than 11,000 employees worldwide, with 100 subsidiaries in 57 countries and 86 manufacturing plants in 35 nations. Our products are sold in residential and commercial channels, including national retail organizations. Some of our products include mortars, grouts, adhesives, concrete restorations products and various types of concrete and cement admixtures. We are extremely focused on green and sustainability initiatives, currently channeling 70% of our research work done into the development of sustainable products. In this role, you will support safe, efficient, and consistent daily polymer manufacturing operations. You will assist with scaling up formulations and optimizing production for quality and throughput. You will participate in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. You will analyze data to identify trends and drive continuous process improvements. You will maintain and update PSM documentation, including P&IDs, PHAs, and SOPs. You will participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and PSM compliance activities. You will partner with EHS and maintenance on safety systems and mechanical integrity programs. You will collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Operations on new products and process enhancements. You will lead or support special projects such as raw material trials and energy initiatives. You will ensure accurate documentation and reporting of production and process data. You will perform assigned tasks in conformance with procedures and instructions established in the Business Management System (BMS) and in compliance with applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulatory requirements. You will perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred) or in Mechanical Engineering/Materials Science
- 1+ years of industry experience and/or a combination of prior internship in the chemical industry, preferred
- Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and process optimization skills.
- Familiarity with or ability to learn SPC concepts and apply to process control.
- Understanding of or ability to learn chemical processes and perform relevant calculations and equipment analyses.
- Basic knowledge of safety practices and compliance with OSHA/EH&S standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to learn systems such as DELTA V, SCADA, and PLC/HMI interfaces.
- Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. independently; and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
- Able to stand for extended periods of time.
Responsibilities
- Support safe, efficient, and consistent daily polymer manufacturing operations.
- Assist with scaling up formulations and optimizing production for quality and throughput.
- Participate in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
- Analyze data to identify trends and drive continuous process improvements.
- Maintain and update PSM documentation, including P&IDs, PHAs, and SOPs.
- Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and PSM compliance activities.
- Partner with EHS and maintenance on safety systems and mechanical integrity programs.
- Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Operations on new products and process enhancements.
- Lead or support special projects such as raw material trials and energy initiatives.
- Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of production and process data.
- Perform assigned tasks in conformance with procedures and instructions established in the Business Management System (BMS) and in compliance with applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulatory requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive annual base salary from $66,000 to $84,000 per year
- Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance and company results.
- Medical insurance for employees or the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal monthly contributions.
- 17 days of paid vacation and personal time annually (prorated in year one).
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% company match.
- Dental and vision plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Free telemedicine services.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discounted home and auto insurance
- Supplemental life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
