Production Engineer

AdvanSix•Chester, VA
•$76,000 - $114,000

About The Position

The Production Engineer supports plant operations in meeting daily KPIs through troubleshooting, rapid problem solving, and process improvements. The role monitors production quality, yield, cycle times, process parameters, and compliance with safety and environmental regulations. It uses process simulation fundamentals and involves designing unit operations such as reaction, distillation, refrigeration, fired heaters, and heat exchangers. The engineer works with operating personnel and other departments to facilitate production, resolve process issues, and support equipment maintenance, while integrating manufacturing input on safety, quality, reliability, and operability into design. The role also performs process engineering calculations and interprets P&ID drawings for troubleshooting and process modifications.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering.
  • 0–2 years of experience in process, production, and/or manufacturing engineering.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals at all organizational levels and in a team environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in petrochemical or chemical-based manufacturing, such as ammonia, urea, or methanol.
  • Experience with process simulation tools such as ASPEN, HTRI, and pipe hydraulics programs.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor production quality, yield throughout cycle times, process parameters, and compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
  • Complete work using process simulation fundamentals and simulation programs.
  • Design unit operations, including reaction, distillation, refrigeration, fired heaters, and heat exchangers.
  • Work with operating personnel and other departments to facilitate production, process troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.
  • Integrate manufacturing input on safety, quality, reliability, and operability into design.
  • Perform process engineering calculations and interpret P&ID drawings for troubleshooting and process modifications.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Wellness programs.
  • Paid vacation and paid time off.
  • Paid holidays.
  • 401(k) with company matching.
  • Health savings account eligibility and flexible spending programs.
  • Disability and life insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development.
  • Eligibility to purchase company stock.
  • Certain roles may be eligible for incentive pay, equity awards, and participation in a deferred compensation plan.
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