Production Engineer I
About The Position
Westlake offers the potential to enrich work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment, working together to enhance peoples' lives through products and community presence. Westlake Corporation is seeking world-class talent for an Engineer I role. As a leader in the chemistry sector, Westlake Corporation is a new kind of chemistry company that responsibly harnesses applied chemistry to solve common problems, improve everyday life, and drive human progress. It is a leading North American manufacturer of two integrated chemical product lines and chlorovinyls, blending a strong, downstream building products business with core materials capabilities to deliver life-enhancing benefits. Westlake Corporation's chemical products are found in high performance plastics, pulp and paper production, packaging, chemical intermediates, pharmaceuticals, medical and agricultural applications, and paints, acrylics, and varnishes. With its scale and resources, Westlake Corporation is committed to being a leader in sustainable practices, a responsible environmental steward, and a force for progress. Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe, and North America, providing building blocks for vital solutions across housing and construction, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Its products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across various sectors. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products.
Requirements
- B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Aspen Process Explorer, and SAP
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills including an orientation to team development
- Work well in a team environment, balance and prioritize multiple projects, and be able to provide effective technical presentations
- Basic understanding of process equipment design including pumps, heat exchangers, vessels, etc.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Successful candidates must satisfy background screening, including motor vehicle record screening, drug testing & pre-employment physical requirements before starting work
- A current, valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card is required
Nice To Haves
- 2-5 years of experience preferred in a refinery, chemical or petrochemical plant performing engineering design responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security policies
- Monitor operating parameters and troubleshoot as needed
- Develop, track and communicate KPIs
- Participate actively in safety programs, promote safety rules and good housekeeping methods
- Assist in development and tracking of Expense and Capital budgets
- Participate in Turnaround Planning, Process Hazard Analysis, ISO activities, Incident Investigation, and other activities as appropriate
- Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities
- Review, develop, and create Procedures
- Provide technical assistance to maintenance and production groups as required
- Maintain technical expertise and keep abreast of electrical technology/design changes as they apply to potential plant equipment/production improvements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
