Production Engineer

Monument Chemical Houston•Port Arthur, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Monument Chemical, headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, serves the specialty chemicals industry by producing a variety of solvents, intermediates, specialty fuels, and other specialty products, while also offering industry-leading Custom Manufacturing services. The Production Engineering role oversees the operation of distillation projects and hydrogenation reactors. This role acts as a technical resource for operations personnel, applying technical skills to optimize plant operations, implement and commission yield improvement and cost-saving projects, and participates in procedure reviews, operator training, and site qualification efforts. The company fosters a collaborative, family-like environment that drives continuous improvement in quality, cost, lead time, flexibility, and customer service, offering opportunities for both recent graduates and seasoned professionals to be challenged and grow.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry with plant production experience.
3+ years of work experience in an engineering role.
Must be willing to participate in our 24/7 production facility call out policy, when needed.
Ability to function and communicate with all levels of the organization.
Willing to work on shift for 30 days during the 90-day probationary period.
Ability to obtain TWIC Card.

Nice To Haves

Honeywell Experion experience
Microsoft Project experience

Responsibilities

Oversee the operation of distillation projects and/or hydrogenation reactors.
Understand and learn how equipment associated with the campaign operates.
Understand and work with plant utilities.
Provide data and chemical engineering support for specific product campaigns in collaboration with the Operations Manager.
Optimize operations and meet plant goals by working closely with Technical Advising and plant personnel.
Ensure all product specifications are met by working closely with Quality Assurance personnel.
Assist the Engineering Department in developing cost-effective projects to optimize production and minimize working capital.
Develop procedures for items already in production or to be produced in the future.
Prepare and enhance operating instructions.
Troubleshoot plant operations when actual operation does not meet the expected operation.
Generate reports detailing and summarizing specific campaign efforts, including mass balances, process data analysis, and de-bottlenecking proposals.
Develop and maintain campaign-specific schedules to meet production demand.
Ensure campaigns are running efficiently by working with plant personnel, technical advisors, and through data analysis.
Actively participate with operators in the field to help identify process and safety improvements.
Communicate technical information and issues to plant personnel at all levels within the organization, when needed.
Optimize the disposition of waste (water and organics) generated in each project to improve cost savings.
Lead quarterly improvement meetings with Technical Advising personnel for the main projects.
Lead pre-campaign meetings prior to start-up to discuss all items related to project execution.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.