Chemical Engineer

United Salt Corporation is seeking a Chemical Engineer to support salt production operations through process optimization, evaporation system performance, energy efficiency improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to maximize production, improve product quality, enhance operational reliability, and support safe plant operations. Experience with evaporation, crystallization, salt production, sugar refining, or similar process industries is strongly preferred. Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Monitor and optimize evaporation, crystallization, brine treatment, and process systems. Support process troubleshooting and resolution of production-related issues. Analyze process performance data and identify opportunities to improve yields, throughput, quality, and energy efficiency. Lead process improvement projects and operational optimization initiatives. Develop and maintain process documentation, operating procedures, and engineering standards. Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions. Support process control improvements and instrumentation projects. Assist with capital planning, process design, equipment selection, and project implementation. Collaborate with Quality teams to maintain product specifications and process consistency. Support environmental, safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives. Participate in startup, commissioning, and validation activities. Perform other duties as assigned or as the successful candidate sees the need. Requirements (Evaluation Factors: Skills, Education, Experience, Abilities) Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. Minimum three (3) years of engineering experience within salt production, evaporation, crystallization, sugar refining, chemical processing, food processing, or similar industrial operations. Experience with evaporation systems, heat transfer processes, crystallizers, and process optimization preferred. Experience interpreting process data and implementing operational improvements. Knowledge of process control methodologies. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement Demonstrates a commitment to operational excellence through process discipline, continuous improvement, data-driven decision making, and proactive identification of opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, energy efficiency, and operating costs. Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Professional attitude and commitment to safety, operational excellence, and Company values. Strong understanding of evaporation, crystallization, mass balance, and heat transfer principles. Knowledge of process control systems and industrial instrumentation. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Team player with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands and deadlines. Thoughtful, collaborative, and solution-oriented approach to problem solving. Sound judgment and decision-making ability. Ability to convert complex process data into practical operational recommendations. Ability to research and resolve technical issues with minimal supervision. Highly organized and detail-oriented. Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence. Working Conditions Manufacturing and industrial processing environment. Exposure to heat, dust, industrial equipment, and varying operating conditions. Ability to routinely access production areas, climb stairs and ladders, and conduct field observations with or without reasonable accommodation. Occasional travel between Company locations may be required.