Internal Job Description The Arkema Birdsboro site is seeking a Chemical Engineer that will provide the plant with an authoritative source of knowledge and leadership for projects/assignments. They will apply thorough knowledge of High Performance Polymers to conduct engineering and technology work; resolving problems that are often difficult and/or complex. Lead projects across the site as well as work cross-departmentally and across corporate groups as needed. This role is responsible for the following: • Plant process ownership including support, development, improvements, troubleshooting and training • Manages all aspects of area projects related to process improvements for small-mid capex investments • Provide root cause analysis • Improve process formulation through review/modification, optimization and updates • Use DMAIC process to collect, record and analyze data to drive production and quality improvement initiatives • Provide troubleshooting support • Provide engineering knowledge and support to all types of personnel, levels and functions of the business unit • General and Process safety • Coordinate and lead site Process Hazard Analyses as Site Process Safety Contact • Lead Pre-startup safety reviews for assigned area and support others • Key contributor to plant safety programs • Plant DCS programming and PLC program stewardship • Manage, maintain and configure updates for plant distributed control system • Manage plant wide PLC programs • Other tasks as necessary The ideal candidate will have: • A minimum of 3 years process engineer experience with experience in chemical manufacturing preferred • 4 year degree in chemical engineering. Other engineering degrees will be considered if previous work in chemical manufacturing exists • Thorough understanding of polyamide technology • Working knowledge of process control logic • Advanced communication and presentation skills • Lean Six Sigma certification preferred