Senior Development Engineer

Nouryon•Green Bay, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Nouryon is seeking a Senior Development Engineer to join its Global Technology organization and Polymer Platforms and Technologies group. The role supports polymer manufacturing, with a primary focus on the Salisbury, North Carolina manufacturing site. The engineer will lead capital projects, introduce new products into manufacturing, and support safe and efficient processes while collaborating with R&D, operations, and other technical teams. The position offers independence, exposure to varied technical challenges, and the opportunity to contribute directly to manufacturing capabilities and future growth. It is a permanent, full-time role with a hybrid working arrangement, regular manufacturing site visits, and approximately 20% travel depending on project needs. Preferred locations are Salisbury, North Carolina; Chattanooga, Tennessee; Green Bay, Wisconsin; or Houston, Texas.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
Extensive experience in chemical manufacturing or process engineering, particularly in polymers, specialty chemicals, or organic chemistry processes.
Strong experience leading capital investment projects, including project planning, engineering design, cost estimation, and management of external contractors.
Experience with new product introductions, process scale-up, and technology transfer from development to commercial manufacturing.
Solid knowledge of Process Safety Management, process hazard analysis, and manufacturing safety requirements.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Front-End Loading (FEL 1 and 2).
Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
Six Sigma certification.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with SAP, JMP, statistical process control, or process simulation tools.

Responsibilities

Lead capital investment projects, including early-stage engineering (FEL 1 and 2), scope development, cost estimates, business cases, and coordination with external engineering firms.
Drive new product introductions, including process scale-up, production trials, process design, and transfer from R&D to manufacturing.
Ensure compliance with Process Safety Management requirements, including Management of Change and participation in HAZOP/PHA reviews.
Lead process transfers to internal and external manufacturing sites, ensuring product quality, safety, and operational readiness.
Troubleshoot manufacturing and product quality issues using root cause analysis and statistical methods, and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with R&D, operations, quality, regulatory, and technical service teams to support manufacturing improvements and resolve technical challenges.