Process Development Engineer

Process Development Engineer – Advanced Materials Division Location: Los Angeles, California Reports to: Process Development Manager Overview This role supports both manufacturing operations and innovation activities by scaling products from development into production while improving safety, quality, reliability, and operational performance. The engineer partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Technology teams to support process improvements, troubleshooting, commercialization, and continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities Support safety & compliance: promote safe work practices and compliance with EHS, PSM, and Quality requirements; participate in Process Safety Management activities including MOC, risk assessments, and incident investigations. Maintain accurate technical documentation and follow laboratory and manufacturing procedures. Support safe scale‑up and implementation of new products and process changes. Oversee New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from development through production. Provide process improvement initiatives, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis to improve safety, quality, reliability, and operational performance. Assist with product and process requalification related to raw material, supplier, or process changes. Support capital projects, equipment modifications, and commissioning activities. Develop, test, and optimize adhesives and related chemical products. Run continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem‑solving methods. Analyze process data and support technical reporting activities. Collaborate cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams. Provide technical support to laboratory and operations personnel and maintain laboratory inventory and tracking processes. Success in the First 6–12 Months Build strong relationships with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams. Contribute effectively to process improvement, troubleshooting, and commercialization activities. Demonstrate ownership, technical curiosity, and strong problem‑solving capability. Support safe and successful implementation of process or product changes. Begin independently leading smaller technical projects and improvement initiatives. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline. 3+ years of experience in process development, manufacturing support, or chemical production environments. Experience working in laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing settings. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of analytical methodologies and statistical analysis principles. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work effectively across cross‑functional teams. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Strong technical curiosity and willingness to learn. Safety and quality focused mindset. Leadership potential and ownership mentality. Unrestricted right to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications Experience within chemical manufacturing, advanced materials, adhesives, polymers, or epoxy chemistry. Experience supporting commercialization, scale‑up, or NPI. Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) practices, including MOC or PHA participation. Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or structured problem‑solving methodologies. Experience with DOE, SPC, or statistical data analysis. Project coordination or project leadership experience. Benefits Salary: $90,000 – $118,000 per year. Competitive healthcare, dental, and vision starting Day One. Additional week of paid time off on top of vacation. 401(k) – Huntsman automatically contributes 6% of eligible pay; company matches $1 for every $1 contributed up to a maximum of 4%. Equal Opportunity Statement Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr Huntsman