Chemical Process Engineer
Chemical Process Engineer - Chemical Manufacturing Plant Location: Wharton / Conroe, TX
Industry: Batch Chemical Manufacturing
Compensation: Up to $100,000/year + Bonus Potential + Comprehensive Benefits
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site
Improve Processes. Scale New Products. Lead Process Safety. We are seeking a highly motivated Chemical Process Engineer to join a growing batch chemical manufacturing operation. This is a high-impact technical role focused on process optimization, product scale-up, process safety, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will serve as the technical owner of manufacturing processes, driving operational excellence while ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient production.
Key Responsibilities
Process Optimization & Manufacturing Excellence:
Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, throughput, yield, and profitability.
Reduce batch cycle times, energy consumption, raw material losses, and operating costs.
Monitor process performance using engineering and statistical analysis.
Troubleshoot production challenges and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Develop process performance metrics and continuous improvement plans.
Product Scale-Up & Process Development:
Lead scale-up activities from laboratory development through commercial manufacturing.
Develop manufacturing strategies for new products and process technologies.
Coordinate plant trials, validation batches, and technology transfers.
Establish critical process parameters and operating windows for safe production.
Partner closely with R&D, Quality, Laboratory, and Operations teams.
Process Safety & Risk Management:
Lead Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), HAZOP reviews, and risk assessments.
Manage and oversee the facility's Management of Change (MOC) process.
Evaluate process, equipment, raw material, and procedural changes for safety and operational impact.
Support Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives and promote a strong safety culture.
Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses.
Regulatory & Compliance Support:
Support compliance with environmental, safety, and chemical manufacturing regulations.
Maintain accurate process documentation and operating procedures.
Assist with audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
Ensure alignment with NFPA codes and applicable U.S. air and water regulations.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering.
Minimum 5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, including at least 3 years in a Chemical Process Engineering role within a batch processing environment.
Hands-on experience with batch chemical processes.
Proven background in process scale-up and commercialization.
Experience leading or participating in PHA, HAZOP, and risk assessments.
Experience managing MOC programs and supporting PSM initiatives.
Knowledge of NFPA codes and U.S. environmental regulations.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering.
Experience within specialty chemicals, coatings, additives, resins, polymers, or related industries.
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
Professional proficiency in Spanish.
What We Offer
Salary: Up to $100,000/year
Annual Bonus Opportunity Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company MatchPaid Time Off & Paid Holidays Career Growth & Development Opportunities High-Impact Technical Leadership Role Opportunity to Drive Plant Performance, Innovation, and Safety Excellence Apply TodayIf you're passionate about process optimization, process safety, and bringing new products from the lab to full-scale production, we'd love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing performance while helping shape the future of a growing chemical operation. Please apply and submit your resume to: KELLY.TAYLOR@CYBERCODERS.COM for Consideration. Email Your Resume In Word ToKelly.Taylor@CyberCoders.comLooking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply. Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: linkedin : KT6-2000146L036 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered. Kelly Taylor - Sr. Executive Recruiter For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This is a new role. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 10/19/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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