Global Process Engineer, Partial Oxida

Overview This position will serve as LyondellBasell’s subject matter expert for Partial Oxidation units. It will be part of the Global Process Engineering group and located at the LaPorte Syngas/MeOH plant. The role requires interaction with operations, technical, safety, maintenance, and reliability teams to drive overall improvements in unit performance. The position will lead the design and installation of long‑term projects to overcome process constraints, resolve reliability issues, and comply with environmental regulations. Responsibilities include defining scope, front‑end loading, and incorporating process knowledge during engineering phases. The role will mentor less experienced engineers and advise on initiatives to maintain a competitive advantage. A Day in the Life Collaborate with operations to identify new opportunities to remove constraints, maximize stream time and profitability while ensuring safe, environmentally compliant, reliable operation. Analyze complex operating issues and provide recommendations to improve performance. Support gap closure and continuous improvement activities by providing technical expertise, engineering calculations, and justification for capital and expense projects. Lead capital, expense, and special project scope development, execution, and support. Provide technical expertise during troubleshooting, turnarounds, startups, shutdowns, catalyst changes, and other non‑routine unit activities. You Bring This Value Education B.S. or higher degree in chemical engineering or related field. Work Experience 10 or more years of experience in manufacturing with a background in partial oxidation and syngas‑methanol production. Area of Expertise, Requirements Mastery of technical understanding of unit processes and application of unit operations principles such as mass and energy balances, fluids, thermodynamics, mass and heat transfer, and distillation. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams and interact with all levels of the organization. Strong process troubleshooting ability and knowledge of tools and resources to perform activities. Innovative thinking to solve complex issues. Self‑motivation and high initiative. Strong understanding of creating and implementing capital and expense projects. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to mentor and coach technical and operations team members. Languages Fluent in written and spoken English. Other Skills Proficient in process modeling software. What We Offer We offer a competitive total compensation package, which includes base pay and variable incentive pay programs. This supports a pay‑for‑performance culture and includes a benefit program that is highly attractive and competitive within the markets for which we compete for talent. The Company's Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees the option to work up to two or three days a week from home with manager approval. Savings (401(k)) Plan with Company Match Retirement (Pension) Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Educational Assistance Choice of Preferred Provider or Consumer Driven Medical Plan including Prescription Drug Coverage Dental, Vision, and Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts Life, AD&D, and LTD Insurance Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law. Competencies Build Partnerships Deliver Results Drive Innovation Grow Capabilities Promote Inclusion Motivational Fit Technical Skills Learn more about our benefits at Benefits/Health & Welfare | LyondellBasell Equal Employment Opportunity LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The U.S. EEO laws apply. LyondellBasell is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Privacy Statement: For information regarding how LyondellBasell processes your personal data, please read our Privacy Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr LyondellBasell