What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Process Engineer position at Stepan Company?
Job Description
The Senior Process Engineer will provide technical support in development and execution of Capital Projects from feasibility through construction and start-up. The person in this role will serve as the key technical resource to support plant optimization efforts regarding capacity, cost, safety, quality, and environmental improvements.
The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.
At Stepan Company Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes
Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 22 global manufacturing locations and over 2,500 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.
We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
The Senior Process Engineer will provide technical support in development and execution of Capital Projects from feasibility through construction and start-up. The person in this role will serve as the key technical resource to support plant optimization efforts regarding capacity, cost, safety, quality, and environmental improvements.
- Serve as process engineer on capital project teams
- Use Front End Loading define and scope projects, evaluating process engineering alternatives based on technical feasibility and economics
- Lead development of technical deliverables on key capital projects to ensure safe, workable, cost effective solutions are being developed that will meet the defined business/project objectives. This includes:
- Process/Engineering Flow Diagrams
- Material and Energy Balances (M&EB's)
- Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's)
- Scope document reports
- Process requirements of new equipment/instruments
- Provide process engineering leadership supporting plant operations during commissioning and start-up
- Participate on plant optimization teams to identify opportunities for improvements in cost, capacity, environmental and safety issues
- Participate and contribute in all safety programs to continually improve the safety culture of the Company
- Demonstrates ability to deliver on complex situations or problems without guidance or supervision
- Identify and solve problems and enable successful projects
- Partner with the Project Manager and plant representative(s) to build a cohesive project team
- 7 years of experience required
- Experience in Chemical and related industries is required
- Experience using Front End Loading is desired
- Sulfonation experience is desired
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification is desired
- Demonstrated strong ability in process design including distillation, mass transfer, reaction, kinetics, and thermodynamics
- Experience working with external engineering resources - prioritizing/delegating work and driving accountability/productivity is desired
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering is required
The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.
At Stepan Company Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes
- Discretionary Bonus
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K with Match
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Reactions – Recognition Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 22 global manufacturing locations and over 2,500 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.
We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Salary : $81,000 - $124,000
