Chemical Process Engineer II

Solstice Advanced Materials • Metropolis, IL

1d • $84,249 - $105,311 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Chemical Process Engineer II at Solstice Advanced Materials, you will work at the Metropolis site providing technical expertise to ensure the operation produces product that meets quality, cost, and efficiency requirements for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. You will identify ways to improve safety, quality, yields, and the capability of existing processes. Core challenges include leading continuous process improvement to drive operational Key Performance Indicators, meeting business goals, providing technical guidance to the operations team, assisting with process troubleshooting, and developing corrective action plans. The Metropolis site manufactures Uranium Hexafluoride (UF6) as part of the nuclear fuel conversion cycle.

The role includes supporting daily operations and process troubleshooting, conducting root cause analyses, participating in site HSE and Process Safety Management programs, monitoring process indicators, collaborating with site engineers on improvements, and developing capital project scopes and process packages. The engineer will also mentor operations staff and use Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools to improve processes.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in chemical or mechanical engineering and the specified chemical-industry and process-engineering experience. The candidate must be a U.S. person under applicable export control laws and regulations. The annual base salary range is $84,249–$105,311.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in chemical engineering or mechanical engineering.
• At least 2 years of experience working in a chemical industry.
• At least 1 year of experience in a production or process engineering role within a chemical manufacturing facility.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
• Able to work safely around highly hazardous materials and wear required PPE, including chemical-resistant clothing and respiratory protection as required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing.
• Excellent computer literacy.
• Experience identifying process changes and making recommendations.
• Working knowledge of RAGAGEP.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills with typical chemical process equipment.
• Familiarity with HS&E regulations and life-critical safety tools, including Lock-out/Tag-out, Line Break, and Hot Work permits and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support operations in troubleshooting daily process issues as needed.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement process changes and control plans to drive continuous improvement and improve baseline safety, quality, production, and cost performance.
• Participate in site HSE and Process Safety Management programs, including Management of Change, Process Hazard Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, and Incident Investigations.
• Identify and monitor Key Process Indicators to sustain optimal plant operations and meet production, yield, and cost targets.
• Work with other site engineers to develop and implement engineering solutions that improve OEE.
• Mentor and train operations staff on unit design and intended or optimal operation.
• Maintain a presence on the floor with frontline workers to find solutions.
• Use Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools to drive process improvements.
• Develop capital project scopes of work and associated process packages to improve or maintain unit operations.

Benefits

• Employer-subsidized medical insurance.
• Employer-subsidized dental insurance.
• Employer-subsidized vision insurance.
• Employer-subsidized life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational Assistance.
• Parental Leave.
• Paid Time Off for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Competitive salary.
• Leading-edge work and the opportunity to develop solutions alongside experts in their fields.

What This Job Offers

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