Process Engineer (Chemical Engineer)

Twin Rivers Technologies.•Quincy, MA

About The Position

The Process Engineer develops and optimizes continuous production and manufacturing processes to meet organizational output, quality, and cost goals. The role collects production data and uses scientific and statistical methods to analyze, document, and diagram processes; identifies bottlenecks and develops solutions; and recommends equipment, work-method, and process changes to improve efficiency and use of labor, energy, and raw materials. The engineer works with operators, technicians, and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot plant issues, support new-product and process commercialization, improve process efficiency and quality, and investigate downtime. The role also develops process documentation and operator training materials, supports continuous improvement, and helps ensure management-of-change procedures and safety, health, and environmental considerations are addressed throughout product development and commercialization. The position works in a production environment and may involve all-weather exposure, PPE, confined spaces, and physically demanding tasks.

Requirements

Four-year college degree in Chemical Engineering.
Ability to be reached by phone during off-shift hours for scheduling or emergencies.
Understanding of heat transfer, fluid flow, pumping, piping, and instrumentation.
Demonstrated exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated excellent computer skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects at one time.
Hands-on approach and ability to build rapport with operating, analytical, and maintenance technicians.
Ability to perform frequent walking, standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying of objects up to 65 pounds.
Ability to frequently climb ladders to access operating equipment and obtain product samples, including towers over 100 feet tall.
Ability to work in a production environment, potentially with exposure to all weather conditions, PPE requirements, and confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience in manufacturing or a chemical-processing-related industry.
Ability to obtain TWIC certification.
Ability to read P&IDs and schematics.
Previous experience with continuous chemical processing, preferably in a high-hazard environment.
GMP knowledge.
Programming experience.

Responsibilities

Develop proficiency in key manufacturing unit operations through training with operators and engineers.
Manage initiatives under the guidance of the Operations Manager.
Troubleshoot plant process issues while working directly with technicians and operators.
Develop process and procedure documentation and operator training materials.
Help develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure communication and deployment of management-of-change procedures.
Support new-product and process commercialization.
Measure product quality, process capability, and yield using statistical process control techniques.
Improve process efficiency, including first-pass quality, productivity, and safety.
Coordinate with R&D on new products from inception through commercialization and full-production handoff to Operations.
Investigate causes of downtime and recommend actions to prevent recurrence.
Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Safety, and Quality to identify, establish, and share best practices.
Work with Engineering to ensure safety, health, and environmental factors are considered and followed throughout product development and commercialization.
Perform other duties as requested or required.