Chemical Process Engineer

Gateway Search Associates • Richmond, VA

18h

About The Position

We are seeking a hands -on Process Engineer to support and optimize solvent recovery operations at a 24/7 manufacturing facility. This is a high -impact role focused on plant performance, safety, and reliability. The ideal candidate will be a go -to technical resource on the floor, partnering closely with operations to troubleshoot issues, drive improvements, and ensure consistent production. This is not a design role. Candidates must have direct, hands -on manufacturing or production experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 2 to 3 years of hands -on manufacturing or production experience
• Experience working directly in a plant environment
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with distillation processes
• Exposure to Process Safety Management environments
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience

Responsibilities

• Drive operational performance
• Monitor daily KPIs, process trends, and alarms to maintain stable and efficient operations
• Identify performance gaps and implement improvements to increase throughput and quality
• Utilize process automation and manufacturing technology tools to optimize operations
• Lead troubleshooting and problem solving
• Act as the first point of technical escalation for plant issues
• Diagnose and resolve process and equipment challenges in real time
• Perform root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions
• Support plant safety and compliance
• Maintain strong presence on the production floor to reinforce safe operating practices
• Ensure compliance with Process Safety Management requirements and plant permits
• Support and lead Management of Change activities
• Partner with operations and production
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams on scheduling and plant performance
• Develop and update operating procedures based on best practices
• Train and support operators using process knowledge and technical expertise
• Provide on call support as part of a 24 7 operation and serve as the first line of de escalation during plant issues

Benefits

• Our client offers a comprehensive,flexible benefits program that enables you to create a personalized package of benefits for you and your family.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Relocation assistance may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees