Production Engineer (PE&O)

Westlake•Lake Charles, LA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. SUMMARY Assist with the analyses and troubleshooting of Process operations and the collection of technical information. Take corrective action needed to maintain consistent quality and efficient operation.

Requirements

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.
BS in Engineering, preferably in Chemical Engineering and 5 years of full time work in a chemical plant.
Computer programming and application skills.

Nice To Haves

Prefer to have Ethylene plant progressive technical experience, including process engineering, product development, and plant operations practices.

Responsibilities

Monitor day-to-day operation of entire unit in order to minimize costs and maximize production.
Perform engineering troubleshooting of process problems, mechanical failures, and customer complaints.
Coordinate with the Engineering Department, Customer Technical Service, customer complaints and sales in product development projects.
Carry out directions of Unit Manager or Production Superintendent to ensure Company policies and procedures are followed.
Initiate Job Notes and studies to improve operating efficiency, profitability, quality, safety, and to solve operation problems. Work with the Project Departments in the implementation of improvements and changes.
Keep the Production Department updated on new technology and process techniques.
Work with the Unit Manager and Production Supervisors when needed for process problems, environmental, safety or employee problems.
Monitor the operating budget monthly and investigate the root causes in controlling expenses.
Assist in developing and updating P&ID’s, JSEA’s and GOI’s and Emergency Procedures.
Work on assigned projects. Help provide general plant support.
Perform the primary thinking encompassed by this job description.
Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
Fully supports Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels including reviewing area of responsibility for improvement opportunities to initiate projects or communicate ideas to management as well as active participation on project teams.
Any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned.
Perform duties in a manner that protects personal safety as well as the safety of others. Promptly report Safety, Health or Environmental issues or incidents to management.