Process Engineer

PureTech Scientific•Dayton, TN

32d

About The Position

T he role of the Process Engineer is to ensure all processes meet the final quality of the product and the efficiency of the production system . The Process Engineer responsibilities include designing and implementing production processes, reducing inefficiency, recognizing patterns, collecting data, implementing methodologies, and improving quality . This role reports to the VP of Global Operations .

Requirements

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Working knowledge of laboratory prototyping, safety precautions and protocols for safe handling and the disposal of hazardous agents, re-agents, chemicals and materials
Exceptional organizational, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Work under minimal supervision
Attention to detail, effective problem solving and decision-making skills
Minimum bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering , Material Science, Bioengineering, Chemistry, or related technical discipline.
Knowledge of process-related standards
Knowledge of MS project software, Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Develop, optimize , and monitor chemical manufacturing processes
Evaluating existing manufacturing processes , identify areas for improvement
Develop and implement operating procedures, systems , projects, and strategies to improve efficiency and reduce operating cost
Design, test, implement and manage projects from start to completion, including scope development, process design, cost estimation, construction, commissioning, and start up
Lead or participate on projects to implement new products to the site , interacting with lab chemists, the commercial team, environmental, health and safety, and plant operations team
Interact directly with supply chain, quality, and operations teams to drive continuous improvement
Developing best practices, routines and innovative solutions to improve production rates, quality of output and product reliability
Creat e process simulations and conduct risk assessments
Performing process analysis and making recommendations for improvement
Providing technical support and training to staff and junior engineers
Ensuring that all processes and procedures comply with safety and environmental regulations
Working closely with other specialists, including engineers and scientists, to develop products
Documenting all created processes and updating and maintaining these documents as changes occur
Operate in a fast paced, dynamic work environment, managing several projects and priorities simultaneously
Develop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output
Provide process documentation and operating instructions
Provide process and equipment design, process optimization, and troubleshooting
Conduct process development experiments to scale in a laboratory
Manage cost and time constraints
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations