Senior Process Engineer

Imerys • Sylacauga, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

At Imerys, we are the world leader in mineral-based specialty solutions, and our Sylacauga plant is at the heart of our operations. We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Process Engineer to serve as the technical anchor for our manufacturing processes. In this role, you won’t just maintain the status quo—you will drive the innovation and engineering required to optimize existing systems and commission new technologies. If you are passionate about applying continuous improvement methodologies, solving complex production challenges, and mentoring the next generation of engineers, we want you on our team.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of proven engineering experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong project management background with a track record of driving process improvements from concept to completion.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead plant productivity initiatives using Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and fundamental Chemical Engineering principles.
• Target and execute improvements focused on debottlenecking, yield maximization, operating efficiency, and product quality.
• Prepare rigorous financial and economic analyses for process improvements to determine business impact and prioritize capital projects.
• Develop required designs within the engineering discipline, including feasibility studies, basic engineering plans, and cost estimates.
• Supervise and execute plant trials, directly participate in commissioning new process technologies, and troubleshoot complex daily production issues.
• Evaluate, specify, and select equipment and materials to ensure long-term operational reliability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Junior Process Engineers, helping build a world-class engineering team.
• Act as the technical bridge between technology and business, quantifying and clearly communicating process advancements to Management, Production, Maintenance, and Administrative teams.
• Participate in—and often lead—customer process improvement teams to ensure our solutions exceed market expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior