Process Optimization Engineer

Our subsidiary, Ecoservices, is on the hunt for a Process Optimization Engineer to be based at our Baton Rouge, LA plant.

Summary :

Under the guidance of Process Optimization Manager, support the day-to-day production activities to ensure the safety, quality, and efficiency of the manufacturing process.

Identify and execute process improvement initiatives. Track and optimize site asset utilization, production performance, and variable manufacturing costs.

Perform engineering analysis to reduce waste and down time. Support plant HSE initiatives. Incorporate good process safety practices.

Responsibilities :

Performs and supports all aspects of the Production Engineer role at Ecoservices

Applies engineering principles to design, modify, or develop facilities, testing, machines, equipment or processes used in processing Sulfuric Acid and / or Treatment Services in regeneration sulfuric acid units.

Utilizes OSI PI software to provide advanced troubleshooting for plant problems and review unit performance improvements.

Provides justification for projects and improvements through data analysis and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsible for SUMO for the Site. (SUMO Performance data that determines overall plant well-being with respect to plant rate and efficiency of process equipment.

Utilizes technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations to create long-term improvements in the plants.

Completes small capital project scope development and execution of small projects (< $50k)

Develop plant skills and knowledge of the Regen sulfuric acid process to provide advanced technical support to Operations, Maintenance, and Project support functions.

Utilize interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with and actively involve Operations in projects and unit testing to drive improvement in plant performance.

Lead / Participate in Unit HAZOPS and follow-up action items as required to mitigate risks in the unit from the PHA.

Provides advanced troubleshooting support to operations personnel in each unit and works closely with the Unit Supervisor and engineers to effectively troubleshoot plant-wide issues.

Provides support during absence of Process Optimization Manager as needed.

Act as a steward for maintaining excellent HSSE performance in the plant fulfill the HSSE Leadership Expectations.

Support technical growth of staff. Mentor junior engineers.

Works diligently to reduce variable expenditures of plant, primarily natural gas & Caustic consumption.

Hold all employees accountable, including my peers, hourly employees, engineers and myself.

Perform required safety audits (My Check Five, GSWP, PSSR, etc.)

Be professional and ethical at all times and treat employees, contractors and customers respectfully.

Other responsibilities as assigned by Process Optimization Manager.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities

Reviews and discusses safety incident occurrences on the electronic incident database (Enablon) within the plant.

Provide technical support for safety resolutions as needed ( Technical Design, What if, PSSR, MOC, SOP ).

Assists in development of the safety training within the department and for MOC and unit specific items.

Leads / Attends causal tree investigation meeting for accident / incident occurrences.

Participate in HAZOP studies for area.

Perform revalidation of HAZOP to abate any new risks.

Conduct engineering and unit meetings as required and drive unit improvements.

Stay current on all plant required training and requirements ( TWIC, Safe Start )

Inspects and monitors outfall ground water, environmental, gas leaks and housekeeping within the site.

Addresses current safety issues brought forth by unit personnel.

Completes computer-based training to comply with HSE requirements and policies.

Requirements :

Bachelor's degree ( in Chemical Engineering from a four-year college or university highly preferred, will consider all Engineering disciplines

4 7 years of plant or manufacturing engineering experience. 3+ years of production engineering experience preferred.

Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker's Identification Card.

Leverage technical data to create various communications (email, presentation, executive summary, etc.) to support technical determinations used in critical decision making.

Includes presenting proposals to leadership and upper management.

Participates in panel discussions and debates. Speaks extemporaneously on a variety of subjects to employees within the company.