Engineer, Process

Lyondell Basell North America

$110K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S degree in Chemical Engineering
  • 10+ years of experience in petrochemicals
  • Experienced in Olefins process design and operation
  • Familiar with developing process design packages and economic justifications
  • Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
  • Proficient in managing multiple priorities and making data-driven decisions
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate existing processes and develop initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
  • Support programs that improve profitability and environmental integrity
  • Communicate impacts to stakeholders regarding plant performance
  • Provide engineering support for capital projects, including scope development and startup
  • Mentor junior engineers in process optimization and operational excellence
  • Assist with plant startup and shutdown activities
  • Collaborate with the corporate engineering network to implement best practices

Benefits

  • Workplace flexibility with the option to work remotely up to two days a week
  • Comprehensive health, welfare, life, and retirement programs
  • 6% 401(k) match and 5% cash balance pension plan accrual
  • Robust well-being benefits covering various aspects of health
  • Employee stock purchase plan with a 10% discount on LYB stock
  • Financial aid for educational development under the Educational Assistance Program
  • Recognition through the Bravo Rewards Program for outstanding contributions
  • Generous vacation policies to support work-life balance
  • Support for family expansion through the Global Adoption Policy
  • Matching gifts program to extend charitable contributions impact
Full Job Description
LyondellBasell is staffing for an Olefins Process Engineer for the Channelview, TX Manufacturing Complex, located 18 miles from downtown Houston. Our 4,000-acre Channelview Complex consists of two world scale Olefins units at the north side of the facility that manufacture ethylene, propylene, butadiene and benzene. The Olefins units provide feedstock for the site's downstream C4, C5 and BTX recovery units, as well as for the south side of the facility, which uses many of these products to produce propylene oxide, styrene monomer and other derivatives. The Process Engineer will provide support for unit operations and capital projects at the Channelview Manufacturing complex's two Olefins plants. The Process Engineer will collaborate with unit Production Engineers, Operations Specialists and Reliability Engineers to identify, recommend and implement strategic initiatives and projects to improve unit performance and profitability. A Day in the Life Evaluate existing processes, review trends and develop initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, improve product quality and reduce risk. Support programs and projects which contribute to the profitability, reliability, environmental and process safety integrity of the plant. Effectively communicates impacts to plant Key Performance Indicators and recommends solutions to stakeholders. Provide Process Engineering support for capital projects including front end loading scope development, economic justification, MOC stewardship and startup support. Mentors less experienced engineers in application of corporate Operational Excellence standards, process design and optimization Supports plant startup and shutdown activities Supports Solomon Olefins Study, Asset Strategy and Gap Closure development Works with the corporate Olefins Process Engineering Technical network to identify and evaluate preferred practices, implement recommendations and capture benefits You Bring This Value Required: B.S degree in Chemical Engineering 10+ years of petrochemical experience Knowledge and experience with the Olefins process Relevant work experience with world scale chemical and petrochemical process unit design and/or operations Knowledgeable in the development of process design packages and economic justification Candidates must have excellent leadership, ethics, teamwork and communication skills with a results oriented commitment. The ability to manage multiple and changing priorities is essential. Ability to prioritize work based on value generation, summarize conclusions and communicate recommendations to stakeholders is essential. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Effective communication, collaboration and influencing skills Preferred: Demonstrated expertise with Aspen Process simulation What We Offer LyondellBasell is proud to provide a competitive total compensation package designed to reward excellence and support the well-being of our employees. Our Total Rewards package includes equitable and market-competitive base pay as well as locally relevant incentives, fostering a culture of pay-for-performance that recognizes both individual and company achievements. We extend the following benefits to *eligible employees: Workplace Flexibility: The Company's Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval. Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices. 6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution 5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it. Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US. Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees. Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions. Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs. Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities. Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance. Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families. Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations. *Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law. Competencies Build Partnerships Deliver Results Drive Innovation Grow Capabilities Promote Inclusion Motivational Fit Technical Skills Learn more about our benefits: Benefits/Health & Welfare | LyondellBasell Stay Connected! Visit our LYB Website Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram Like us on Facebook Subscribe to our YouTube channel

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