Process Engineer

Huntsman Corporation•McIntosh, AL

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About The Position

The Process Engineer provides technical support, monitoring, and continuous improvement for assigned production units and products at the McIntosh site. This role serves as the principal technical resource and Process Owner for assigned processes, supporting safe, reliable, efficient, and consistent operations in accordance with established procedures and operating requirements. The engineer works with minimal supervision, applies sound engineering judgment, and collaborates with Production, Laboratory, Management, Technical, and other plant support functions to improve safety, quality, efficiency, reliability, and waste performance. The role leads troubleshooting and process improvement activities; supports new product introductions, productivity initiatives, and technical projects; performs process engineering calculations and analyses; and documents process changes and operating events. It also supports environmental, health, safety, and process-safety requirements, including activities involving regulated materials and wastes. The position supports manufacturing operations and may combine computer-based engineering work with activities in production areas. Depending on site and operational requirements, work may involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting or carrying, bending, stooping, reaching, exposure to loud noise or chemicals, and working around operating equipment or in elevated or confined areas. Required training will be provided before involvement with RCRA-regulated wastes.

Requirements

Unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, or a high school diploma or equivalent with 10 or more years of relevant experience.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in process, production, or a related engineering environment.
Demonstrated ability to apply chemical engineering principles to manufacturing processes and unit operations.
Experience troubleshooting process, quality, or equipment abnormalities and developing effective corrective or preventive solutions.
Ability to perform material balances, mass and energy balances, economic studies, environmental calculations, and other process engineering analyses.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft programs, internet, and email tools.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision while managing changing priorities and operational requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in chemical manufacturing or a similar production environment.
Experience applying Lean and/or Six Sigma tools to process improvement activities.
Experience supporting productivity projects and new product introductions.
Experience developing project scopes, process or equipment specifications, and supporting projects through startup and post-implementation review.
Advanced PC skills.

Responsibilities

Support safe operation of assigned production areas and participate in company Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives.
Monitor assigned areas for compliance with applicable Process Safety Management requirements and participate in Process Hazard Analysis studies and other process safety activities as assigned.
Monitor safe handling, identification, storage, and removal of hazardous waste streams, and support compliance with site requirements for regulated materials and wastes.
Serve as the principal technical advisor to Production, Management, process improvement teams, and other plant support groups within assigned areas.
Serve as Process Owner for assigned production lines and processes, maintaining technical ownership and supporting safe and effective operation.
Monitor daily unit operations to support product quality, operating efficiency, and waste reduction.
Lead troubleshooting and process improvement efforts involving process, quality, or equipment abnormalities, and implement measures to prevent recurring issues and downtime.
Partner with Production and Laboratory teams to establish operating conditions and sampling schedules for test runs, new product startups, and process improvement activities.
Perform material balances, mass and energy balances, economic studies, environmental release calculations, and other process engineering calculations as required.
Document process changes, significant improvements or problems, test-run results, catalyst events, and other relevant process activities in accordance with established procedures.
Support new product introductions, productivity initiatives, and other technical improvement projects.
Prepare project scopes of work, business justification, and process and equipment specifications as required.
Provide management with technical information and recommendations regarding evolving technologies and potential process improvements.
Support projects through equipment selection, construction, operator training, startup, and post-implementation review.
Coordinate with plant functions during test runs, startups, and implementation of process or equipment changes.
Use Lean and Six Sigma tools, where appropriate, to optimize assigned processes and improve operational performance.
Identify causes of process underperformance, equipment abnormalities, quality issues, waste, and downtime, and develop practical solutions to prevent recurrence.
Support plant productivity and continuous improvement initiatives through technical analysis, problem-solving, and implementation support.
Build effective working relationships across Production, Laboratory, Management, Technical, and other plant support teams.
Communicate technical information and recommendations clearly and tactfully, verbally and in writing.
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to changing instructions, operational requirements, and organizational priorities.
Take initiative and ownership of assigned processes, and follow through on technical issues and improvement opportunities.
Participate in required company training and assist other employees in accomplishing company and site goals.