Chemical Process/ Production Engineer

Confidential Opportunity

Chemical Process/ Production Engineer

A confidential global chemical company in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, is seeking a Chemical Process/Production Engineer to join their expanding team. This direct-hire role focuses on plant unit operations support and continuous improvement, with strong benefits and relocation assistance. No sponsorship is required, and the position offers immediate ownership of production improvement projects.

Role Snapshot

CompanyConfidential Employer


LocationMt. Pleasant, South Carolina, USA


IndustryEnergy


Compensation$85,000 - $115,000 per year


Employment TypeFull Time/Direct Hire


Remote StatusNo Remote


Total Openings1


Work Experience3 - 6 years


ZIP29576



Opportunity

Step into a role where you can make an immediate impact at a coastal South Carolina operation. This opening was created by a retirement, so you'll walk into a stable environment and quickly become the go-to engineer for production support and process improvement.

Your work will directly shape the plant's performance. You'll optimize batch and continuous processes, lead safety and quality initiatives, and drive projects that boost reliability and reduce costs. Every day, you'll see how your decisions improve output and keep the site running at its best.

We're looking for a hands-on chemical engineer who thrives in a PSM-regulated setting. If you enjoy digging into equipment problems, mentoring operators, and finding creative ways to improve yields, you'll fit right in. Your ability to balance daily production needs with long-term improvements will set you up for lasting success.

Join a respected global company that values its people and offers competitive pay, full benefits, and a relocation package to welcome you to the area. Don't wait-apply today to take the next step in your career with this confidential opportunity.

Non-Negotiables

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required
• At least three years of experience as a Process or Production Engineer in a PSM-regulated chemical plant is required
• You must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship
• Demonstrated experience supporting batch and continuous chemical manufacturing operations is essential
• Familiarity with process unit operations such as reactors, distillation, filtration, and dryers is mandatory

What's In It For You

• The position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $85,000 to $115,000 based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage protects you and your family
• Life insurance provides additional security for you and your loved ones
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions helps you build your financial future
• Paid vacation and personal time off allow you to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• A lump-sum relocation package of approximately $5,000 to $7,000 is available to ease your move to the beautiful coastal South Carolina area

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day production support for batch and continuous chemical operations, including troubleshooting process and equipment issues
• Track production yields and perform mass balances to monitor efficiency and quality
• Lead process improvement projects to enhance safety, productivity, quality, reliability, and cost performance
• Support downtime analysis and runtime optimization to maximize operational throughput
• Participate in Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives and audits to ensure compliance
• Implement change management processes including Management of Change (MOC), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), P&ID updates, and hazard reviews
• Assist in training operations teams to strengthen plant capabilities and safety culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies is highly desirable
• Familiarity with Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and P&ID interpretation is preferred
• Knowledge of additional unit operations such as extrusion, heat treatment, pneumatic conveying, and flaking is a plus
• Exposure to various reaction chemistries like polymerization, esterification, and emulsion reactions gives you an advantage
• The ability to conduct thorough incident investigations and root cause analyses is valued
• Prior experience with statistical process control (SPC) and statistical quality control (SQC) is advantageous
• Strong data analysis skills for correlating cycle times, quality specs, and unit operation parameters will set you apart

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