Process Engineer

Buzzi Unicem USA, Inc.•Chattanooga, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Buzzi Unicem USA is a leading cement manufacturing company in the United States, employing over 1,300 individuals and distributing cement products across the Midwest, Southwest, Northeast, and Southeast regions. Globally, Buzzi Unicem SpA operates in 14 countries with nearly 10,000 employees. The company is dedicated to the sustainable production of cement, providing essential materials for infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, tunnels, airports, dams, and various buildings. A core principle of their corporate culture is a commitment to sustainable development, aiming to meet current needs while preserving environmental quality for future generations. Quality is fundamental to their business, with established production site targets that meet both local regulatory standards and customer requirements. Buzzi Unicem USA fosters career growth through strong leadership and development planning, offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits program.

Requirements

BS in Chemical Engineering
Familiarity with operational aspects of Cement Industry
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build consensus and confidence
Self-starter and inquisitive by nature
Able to develop long-term solutions for repair and maintenance problems
Solid computer skills
Working knowledge of Environmental, Safety and Health, and company policies

Nice To Haves

2 - 4 years in process engineering experience in the cement

Responsibilities

Schedule, supervise and take part in process flow studies for all production systems: plan, design, coordinate and schedule process-flow improvement projects; and train and support plant personnel in process flow activities.
Directly supervise and assist in training control room operators to insure all quality and production targets are met.
Assist in laboratory testing as needed.
Work closely with night Plant Supervisors, Maintenance Planner and Automation Engineer to address process flow concerns, minimizing down times.
Develop and implement regular system flow analysis programs; and prepare process flow materials and services contracts.
Analyze equipment shutdowns and make recommendations for operational and control changes, and follow up on implementation of agreed upon changes.
Ensure adherence to the Company’s plant rules for conduct, health and safety, and environmental issues by supervised personnel, and administer appropriate disciplinary actions for violations.
On-call for covering plant needs, both routine and emergency needs as required, and fills in for Production Manager as necessary.
Conduct or attend weekly safety meetings, inspect the department daily for unsafe working conditions and equipment to aid in reducing on-the-job injuries and to eliminate lost time accidents.
Supervise contractors on production department projects; maintain records of costs on all process control project work.
Ensure work orders required by operations and safety inspections are provided to Maintenance Planner.