Process Engineer (Utilities & WWT)

Syensqo is all about chemistry. Were not just referring to chemical reactions here but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planets beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

The Process Engineer leads process safety and operational excellence across plant unit operations troubleshooting processes/products while tracking performance metrics (e.g. raw material/energy consumption OEE financial KPIs) and supporting capital project execution. The role also provides technical support for environmental and utility functionsdriving continuous improvement in waste treatment and utilities operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory (e.g. TCEQ) and corporate environmental requirements.

We count on you for:

• Drive process safety performance as well as participate in all HSE functions and activities in the plant.
• Track control maintain and report on key metrics that drive plant performance.
• Plan conduct manage and report technical improvement projects in support of Manufacturing Excellence including plant digitization.
• Troubleshooting of both process and quality problems in the manufacturing process.
• Assist in Off-Grade investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Drive Management of Change on all project assignments and support MOC on others projects.
• Participate in PHAs and provide process/technical support to the development of PHAs.
• Provide technical support for development execution and commissioning of capital projects.
• Work with equipment vendors to evaluate potential equipment modifications.
• Assist with developing standard operating procedures and best practices including training.
• Support housekeeping initiatives.
• Facilitate Root Cause Analyses.
• Provide support for process control design operation and improvement in area(s) of responsibility.
• Obtain compile analyze and report air water and solid waste data to all proper corporate and governmental entities to maintain compliance with current regulations and requirements.
• Develop review and implement strategies to maintain environmental compliance with all regulations and requirements.
• Recommend develop and implement process and cost improvements to the overall benefit of the site.
• Provide technical expertise on utility and lab testing functions helping the operators perform their work using proper procedures.
• Obtain and maintain Visible emissions certification.
• Document and manage site hazardous waste disposal.

HSSE Responsibilities

• Follow all site safety rules and procedures. Fully participate in plant HSE activities.
• Ensure that HSE standards are observed and maintained throughout implementation of process improvement work.
• Report all HSE incidents and contribute to incident investigations.
• Support all efforts to improve Process Safety and Process Safety Management Systems in the plant. Maintain process safety information.
• Assure compliance with all government regulations and corporate requirements including reporting regarding Waste Water Treatment Plant solid waste and air.
• Set housekeeping standards for the environmental lab and work with operators and their supervisor to assure standards are met.

You can count on us for:

• We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company
• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds

You will bring:

• Bachelors degree Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree
• Creative problem-solving abilities reflecting strong application of the fundamental principles of Chemical/Mechanical Engineering
• Ability to analyze data draw conclusions and then develop and execute solutions to problems
• Experience reading P&IDs and developing P&IDs
• Ability to perform heat and material balances around unit operations
• Requires working knowledge of:
  • Wastewater treatment operations (including testing requirements) environmental regulations and reporting requirements;
  • Plant utilities (cooling water city water boilers water softeners compressed air sewers and chilled water)
  • Government regulations for discharge to air and water.
• Required to work in a team environment with customers and cross functional groups
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft tools: Documents spreadsheets presentations etc.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple process projects and to manage process safety information records

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $98720 to $123400. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate such as skills experience qualifications etc. and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About Us:

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live work travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911 we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers with a diverse global team of more than 13000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer cleaner and more sustainable products found in homes food and consumer goods planes cars batteries smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us regardless of background age gender national origin ethnicity religion sexual orientation ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics.

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