Process Innovation Engineer

Responsibilities

• Manage the engineering part of process innovation projects in the Process Innovation Laboratory as well as engineering support of the transfer of the new products to the production scale.
• Planning, design, purchase, assembling and commissioning of experimental equipment required for execution of specific experimental projects at laboratory and pilot scale.
• Responsible for engineering assessment and preparation of introduction of new products and processes in manufacturing practice.
• Introduction of in-line analytical process control methods in manufacturing practice.
• Search for improvement opportunities in the manufacturing processes, support of Manufacturing in process design, process and assets optimization as well as in process analysis, troubleshooting and specific product transfers.
• Prepare and engineer support for execution of capital projects in AP region (e. g. in project scoping, design, cost estimations, commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, etc.)
• Provide engineering support of evaluation of safety-related aspects of the projects (e. g. Process Hazard Assessments) and implementation of new in-line analytical process control methods in manufacturing practice.
• Provide expertise to the operations team in mathematical calculations and modelling of processes and unit operations (distillation, extraction, heat exchange etc.) using process simulation Software (ChemCAD, MS Excel etc.)
• Search for improvement opportunities in the manufacturing processes with focus on safety, sustainability, cost, capacity, and productivity optimization and energy footprint of production processes.
• Consulting and guidance of internal customers.
• Engineering knowledge and best practice exchange.
• Maintaining contacts and information exchange with external companies (e. g. equipment manufacturer).
• Preparation of project documentation and reports (in English).

Required Skills And Experience

• Fresh graduates with good knowledge of chemical engineering are welcomed to apply.
• Proficiency in process simulation software, CAD tools, and data analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated skills in design of pilot and lab installations.
• Knowledge of unit operations applied for resins manufacturing, e. g. distillation, extraction, filtration etc.
• Good command in English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven experience in managing projects, meeting deadlines, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• A proactive and creative thinker who can develop innovative solutions to complex problems.

Qualifications

• Master Degree in Chemical Engineering or Engineering field with majoring in chemical process engineering or chemical process design.