Summary: Process Engineers evaluate, select, develop, and implement programs for product and process characterization, continuous product and process improvements, equipment design, and specific installation and implementation.
Responsibilities: Process Engineer II:
- Perform product and process characterization.
- Perform work that involves conventional types of plans, investigations, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features that have precedents and require investigation of a limited scope.
- Complete assignments that usually include one or more of the following: testing of materials, preparation of workbook and process specifications, process study, research investigations, report preparation, and other activities of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed.
- May coordinate the work of technicians or others who assist in specific assignments.
- Maintain accurate records of data, procedures, experiments, tests, and findings for future reference with record retention, which may include the use of lab notebooks.
- Analyze and utilize data to ensure continuous improvement in products, processes, and systems under the guidance of more experienced engineers or supervisor/manager.
- Prepare regular periodic reports that summarize outcomes, process improvements, achievement, challenges, and roadblocks.
- Participate in process troubleshooting activities and propose solutions to operational challenges.
- Support the implementation of safety procedures and guidelines within the manufacturing facility.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
- Learn and adhere to industry regulations and standards related to chemical manufacturing processes.
- Initiates action to prevent the occurrence of non-conformities.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
- Design and conduct experiments to test process improvements and assess their impact on product quality and yield.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process changes and monitor their effectiveness.
- Provide technical support to production teams, troubleshoot process issues, and propose solutions to ensure smooth operations.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, including P&IDs, standard operating procedures, and safety protocols.
- Assist in the training of new team members and provide guidance on best practices in chemical manufacturing processes.
- Contributes new ideas to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
- Complete assignments that meet specified objectives and timelines with moderate complexity.
- May present project findings at internal and externals meetings.
- May provide technical guidance to technicians and other process engineers.
Process Engineer III:
- Same duties as Process Engineer II.
- Additional duties as Process Engineer III:
- May supervise or coordinate the work of technicians or others who assist in specific assignments.
- Responsible for design, specifications, and justification of facilities.
- Lead process improvement projects, from conception to implementation, to enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and yield.
- Collaborate with R&D teams to scale up new processes from laboratory to pilot plant and full-scale production.
- Interpret, monitor, and analyze data from experiments and production runs to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions for moderately complex issues in non-routine research and data.
- Develop and maintain process simulation models to optimize unit operations and overall process performance.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality control, and maintenance, to provide technical support that ensures seamless integration of process changes.
- Mentor lower-level engineers, provide technical guidance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team.
- Assist in project and product development planning.
Education & Credentials: - Process Engineer II:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field and 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or
- Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline or
- An equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Process Engineer III:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related science and 4+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or
- Master's degree and 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or
- Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related discipline or
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits At Brewer Science, we are a Top Workplace, Certified Employee-Owned, Certified B Corp™, and GreenCircle Certified Zero Waste to Landfill. By joining Brewer Science, you will be eligible to receive benefits including:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
- Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
- Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
- Educational assistance & employee assistance program
Application Process: To apply for this position please complete the online application. This position is open until filled. Screening will begin immediately.
