Process Engineer

Job TitleRoutinely monitors the process to ensure reliable operation with respect for safety and manufacturing cost. Engineer recommends and sponsors process changes within the normal operating range to minimize cost and downtime. Engineer will sponsor and champion changes using the MOC system to make changes outside of the normal operating range. Engineer will develop, design, and implement process changes to fully utilize and optimize the operating unit. Engineer will assist manufacturing efforts involved in production planning, unit strategy, and unit training.Roles and ResponsibilitiesProvides a technical resource for process operationsSupports daily unit optimization efforts working with the unit teamsSupports emergency/after-hour operations that require troubleshooting and corrective recommendationsIdentifies turnaround scope and participate in reviews as neededParticipates in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) as neededAdheres to the Management of Change (MOC) process for field/shop modifications and operating parameter changesProvides process training assistance to unit team as requestedBe a key contributor to variable cost and process reliability improvementsDevelops and issues process designs for optimization and process improvement projectsTracks and monitors performance against variable cost plans and objectivesDevelops and oversees test plans for variable costs and process improvement ideasLead process safety incident investigations, release quantity calculations, relief valve scenario development, relief valve sizing, and relief system design modificationsAssure process performance of key pollution control devices to ensure environmental permit complianceWork in process unit areas, accessing multiple elevations by ladders and stairs with potential to where additional layers of PPE as required including respirators, face shields, double hearing protection and slicker suits; for purposes of process learning and optimizationPreferred Skill SetQualification Experience: Education/Experience/Certifications Required:BS in Chemical EngineeringAdvanced PC skillsResearch skills (Internet, technical journals, code books, federal registers, etc.)Familiarity with process control techniques and instrument control systemsEffective organizational and oral and written communications skillsStrong interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and with a teamEducation/Experience/Certifications Preferred:Experience with Programming in R/Python, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Big Data ProcessingPhysical Capabilities Requirements: Please see Eng Chemical Eng Element Checklist Indorama Ventures