Chemical Engineer

MAPEI • Saint Charles, IL

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About The Position

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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level