Process Engineer

Job Overview Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create a new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. With a global reach and breakthrough inventions, we deliver products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and progress further than ever before. Responsibilities Monitor process variables to ensure production standards are met and take action as needed. Develop and maintain engineering standards to ensure product quality is met. Reduce process variations to consistently produce products at target quality level and lowest production cost. Develop best practices to reduce process variations in collaboration with the quality function. Take an active part in the Site Safety Improvement Plan and bring technical expertise to help the site reduce risks. Review operations and confer with technical, manufacturing and quality personnel to resolve production or processing problems. Analyze production issues using collected data and knowledge of the process to provide engineering solutions. Attend production stoppages and work to return the facility to operation as soon as possible. Lead process engineering related troubleshooting (batch making issues, spinning, converting, on-line scraps). Actively identify and recommend process improvements in support of overall continuous improvement and cost savings. Provide recommendations for safe equipment operation and appropriate application of available technology. Ensure adequate documentation & training is in place to ensure processes perform to standards and conform to quality expectations. Conduct training sessions aimed at improving employees’ base understanding of production process and customer requirements, enhancing problem‑solving skills. Support R&D trials of new products, new/alternate process materials, material suppliers, or process parameters. Ensure team operations, including third‑party service providers, comply with Alkegen health and safety, quality, environmental and corporate policies. Be actively involved in personal development plans to maximize performance and contribution to succession requirements of the business. Maintain Alkegen's highest level of safety standards, identify and correct unsafe conditions and unsafe acts, embody core safety principles, use PPE, and champion safety daily. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s (required) or Master’s degree in chemical engineering, materials, mechanical or industrial engineering. 2-5 years related experience in a chemical/materials manufacturing environment or technical role. Statistical analysis and problem solving (e.g., DOE) knowledge. Strong interpersonal, communication (written, oral, presentations) and computer skills (e.g., Wonderware, Excel, statistical packages). Team player capable of working closely with other process engineers, quality technicians, operators, maintenance personnel to determine practical solutions. Preferred Attributes Hands‑on self‑starter with self‑accountability. Attention to detail, inquisitive personality. Aptitude for statistical analysis techniques. Understanding of continuous manufacturing. Ability to adjust daily priorities to meet changing site needs. Work safely under pressure and tight timescales. Experience in fast‑paced manufacturing environments, ideally with chemical and/or automotive experience. Strong work ethic to become a subject matter expert. Compensation Salary range: $81,000 - $101,000. Compensation may vary depending on knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr