Michelin Americas Research & Development Corp

Lead Process Engineer (Experienced Professional)

Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering required.
  • 5+ years of experience in continuous process manufacturing environments like chemicals or synthetic rubber.
  • Ability to thrive in both plant and office settings.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for professional interactions at all levels.
  • Experience in project startups and commissioning activities.
  • Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Familiarity with process control systems and data analysis tools preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Optimize processes through studies and technical contributions to projects.
  • Collaborate on functional specifications with various teams to meet project goals.
  • Develop comprehensive process design packages including specifications and engineering studies.
  • Support project activities from construction to successful operational integration.
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide process engineering expertise as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with Michelin standards in collaboration with technical resources.
  • Participate in process safety assessments and quality planning activities.

Benefits

  • Personalized development plans and career advancement opportunities.
  • Diverse and inclusive working environment with community engagement.
  • Involvement in innovative projects focusing on sustainability and digital transformation.
  • Supportive culture that recognizes individual contributions and competencies.
Full Job Description
Lead Process Engineer (Experienced Professional)

THE OPPORTUNITY

Michelin has an immediate opportunity at our Synthetic Rubber (ASRC) chemical plant in Louisville, KY for a Lead Process Engineer to leverage their industrial expertise to support the development and implementation of industrial projects at the site level. This position aligns directly with Michelin's core values in creating a quality product that delivers value to its customers. The Lead Process Engineer will define and develop process solutions through a collaborative approach with stakeholders to improve safety, reliability, quality, and operational performance while delivering value to both customers and business operations teams.

If respect for people, teamwork and trust are some values you live by, you should consider joining us, the Worldwide Leader in Tires.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
  • Support operational teams through process optimization studies, de-bottleneck efforts, and technical contributions to capital projects.
  • Work collaboratively with project managers, operations, maintenance, reliability, and technical teams to define and implement functional specifications that achieve project objectives.
  • Develop process design packages including process descriptions, design calculations, equipment specifications, control philosophies, mass and energy balances, and process engineering studies.
  • Support construction, commissioning, startup, and performance testing activities to ensure projects are safely and successfully integrated into plant operations.
  • Provide technical mentorship and process engineering expertise across the site as needed.
  • Collaborate with site and central technical resources to ensure solutions align with Michelin standards and long-term process strategy.
  • Support process safety activities including PHA, HAZOP, MOC reviews, and other risk assessments.
  • Support project qualification and quality planning activities in partnership with the site quality organization.
  • Maintain accurate process documentation and support updates to plant drawings and technical records.
  • Review and verify process engineering deliverables including PFDs, P&IDs, operating envelopes, control narratives, and startup documentation.


WHAT YOU WILL BRING
  • B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering required.
  • 5+ years of experience in chemical, petrochemical, refining, synthetic rubber, polymers, or other continuous process manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to work effectively both in a plant environment and in an engineering office setting.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact in a professional manner with external partners, suppliers, customers, and colleagues at all levels of the organization.
  • Experience supporting project startups, commissioning activities, and process performance verification.
  • Effective problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and process/product relationship knowledge.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office® Suite and ability to become proficient in internal software systems.
  • Familiarity with process control systems, process measurements, and industrial data analysis tools is preferred.
  • Attention to detail, data accuracy.


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Ready to Shape the Future of Innovation?

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composite materials, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies and healthcare.

The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide.

Why Michelin?
  • Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.
  • Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Connected Communities.
  • Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter-from sustainable materials to digital transformation.
  • Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.


We build the future with people like you. Begin your career with Michelin today!

About Michelin Americas Research & Development Corp

Michelin Americas Research & Development Corp is the North American research and development arm of Michelin, a French tire manufacturer. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina. Michelin Americas Research & Development Corp is responsible for developing new tire technologies and designs for the North American market. The company also conducts research into sustainable mobility solutions and is committed to reducing the environmental impact of its products. Michelin Americas Research & Development Corp employs over 1,000 people in the United States and Canada.
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