Position Title: Process Engineer
BU or Function: H2O2
City/State: Memphis TN
Report to Manager Title: Engineering Manager
Job Summary
Reports to the Engineering Manager and supports the day-to-day operation of the Memphis facility, including evaluation and implementation of technical changes.
The position provides process technical support for the entire site operation.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Process (100%)
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Applying principles or mass, flow, reactions, heat transfer, etc. to process and equipment design, at conceptual and detail design.
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Manages process improvement projects, including MOC/PSSR requirements.
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Assessing data to track and improve yield, reliability, cost energy and key raw material usage.
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Leads site PHAs and implement recommendations.
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Resources HES studies, initiatives, incident investigations.
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Supports the Operations Manager in troubleshooting existing processes and technical writing or revisions of operating procedures.
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Prepares technical and business reports and presentations.
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Prepares training materials for personnel at the site in process upgrades, modification etc.
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Mentors Developmental Engineers and other new employees as appropriate.
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Works with other functions to address issues around quality, products, planning and customers.
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Reads company communications weekly, i.e. production advisories, emails, etc.
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Completes scheduled periodic training on time and as required
Min Years of Experience
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1-5 years of experience in Engineering in chemical plants
Education and area of focus
- BS degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering related to activities noted
Competencies -Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
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Clear written and verbal communication, interpersonal and team building, strong leadership, initiative, organization, problem solving and analytical ability
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Accuracy and attention to detail
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Computer skills including Microsoft office required. Working knowledge of SAP desirable.
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Ability to train process operators regarding procedure and consistency
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High level of confidence
HES Requirement – All Jobs
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Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements
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Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.)
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Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents
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Resources HES studies, incident investigations, PHA’s, etc.
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Supports compliance of regulatory and plant safety and environmental requirements with special emphasis on process safety
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
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Position is based in manufacturing facility with all inherent risks. Will work with operators, managers and site champions to accomplish goals.
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Requires the ability to easily move through a chemical process requiring the use of stairs, ladders, and personal protective equipment.
- This position is situated in a specialty chemical manufacturing facility and in which the chemical processes are continuous and contain highly hazardous chemicals.
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Ability to work in all environments
