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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support unit engineering and production needs to ensure the asset runs safely, efficiently, and reliably at all times.
Identifying appropriate parameters, consequence of deviations, and corrective actions.
Preparation and support for unit shutdowns, turnarounds, and start-ups.
Assisting in the monitoring of unit performance variables and supporting benchmarking efforts. Participate in PHA and MOC activities for plant projects.
Support/lead Process Hazard Analysis and Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
Write and support the Management of Change process through PHA and PSSR Evaluations.
Provide process expertise to ensure safe and cost-effective operations, monitor cycle times and rates, correct deviations, and troubleshoot product quality.
Participate on improvement projects and other teams to help provide operation improvements.
Develop and update key/critical process procedures such as process emergency procedures, process unique safety feature procedures, key process control procedures, and other critical process procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Chemical Engineering with experience. Will consider an entry level Chemical Engineer – willing to be trained. Any Co-op or internship experience is a plus. Knowledgeable of safety, quality and environmental systems and requirements. Technical and troubleshooting skills.

DESCRIPTION:
Search Enterprises has multiple openings at various levels in engineering and management across the US, and these positions change daily. A relationship with us will be beneficial no matter how small your geographic target area or how specific your position requirements may be. We are always looking for candidates with credentials and experience in Process Engineering, Project Engineering, Production Engineering, Operations & Engineering Management, PSM, and Process Design. Many of these positions are ideal for engineers who are seeking an opportunity to move up in an organization. Contact us so we know who you are when the right position comes available with one of our clients.

Having specialized in technical and management positions within the Chemical, Petrochemical, Refining and Pharmaceutical Industries since 1977, we have many clients who do not advertise their needs and utilize SEI to source and qualify candidates. A tribute to anyone in our field is the ability to survive recessions and the dynamics of economic and technological change. Search Enterprises has done that for more than 40 years!

We DO NOT make any contacts with your resume until you give us the go-ahead based on position descriptions that we provide you, nor are we a member of any 'sharing' organization. Your resume is safe with us until you give us the 'go-ahead' to make a contact. So let's hear from you, and one of our professionals will give you a call to discuss your career and what we can or cannot do. Search Enterprises maintains offices in Chicago, Florida, North Carolina and Tennessee.

REQUIREMENTS:
Chemical Engineering degree and experience in the Chemical, Petrochemical, Refining, Pharmaceutical, or related industries. Position scopes vary, so please get in touch to see what there may be for you.

Having specialized in Engineering, Maintenance and Management positions within the Chemical, Petrochemical, Refining and Pharmaceutical industries since 1977, we have many clients who do not advertise their needs and utilize SEI as an extension of their HR function to source and qualify candidates. A tribute to anyone in our field is the ability to survive recessions, and the dynamics of economic and technological change. Search Enterprises has done that for almost 40 years!

We have multiple openings at various levels in engineering, maintenance and operations/maintenance management across the US, and these positions change daily. A relationship with us will be beneficial no matter how small your geographic target area or how specific your position requirements may be. There is no cost to you. Contact us today, so we know who you are when the position you want comes open.

We are always looking for candidates with credentials and experience similar to the above. We have positions for engineers who are seeking an opportunity to move in operations, maintenance, engineering or production. So if the location or responsibilities of this position do not satisfy your present career desires, let us hear from you anyway, as other unadvertised positions may be of interest to you.

We DO NOT make any contacts with your resume until you give us the go-ahead based on position descriptions that we provide you nor are we a member of any "sharing" organization. Your resume is safe with us.

Mechanical Engineering degree or related and experience in the Chemical, Petrochemical, Refining, Pharmaceutical, or related industries. Position scopes vary, so please get in touch to see what may be open for you out there and we can forward you position openings for you to decide.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support unit engineering and production needs to ensure the asset runs safely, efficiently, and reliably at all times.
Identifying appropriate parameters, consequence of deviations, and corrective actions.
Preparation and support for unit shutdowns, turnarounds, and start-ups.
Assisting in the monitoring of unit performance variables and supporting benchmarking efforts. Participate in PHA and MOC activities for plant projects.
Support/lead Process Hazard Analysis and Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
Write and support the Management of Change process through PHA and PSSR Evaluations.
Provide process expertise to ensure safe and cost-effective operations, monitor cycle times and rates, correct deviations, and troubleshoot product quality.
Participate on improvement projects and other teams to help provide operation improvements.
Develop and update key/critical process procedures such as process emergency procedures, process unique safety feature procedures, key process control procedures, and other critical process procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Chemical Engineering with experience. Will consider an entry level Chemical Engineer – willing to be trained. Any Co-op or internship experience is a plus. Knowledgeable of safety, quality and environmental systems and requirements. Technical and troubleshooting skills.

DESCRIPTION:
Search Enterprises is presently recruiting for many top management positions with various clients in various locations in the USA. These positions include Director of Manufacturing, Plant Managers, Operations Managers, Production Managers, and Production Superintendents. We need leaders, as all teams need leadership and things move fast in today's world! We know where the jobs are so if you are even thinking of a change contact us and we will be happy to provide you more details for the locations of your choice.

Having specialized in technical positions within the Chemical, Petrochemical, Refining and related industries since 1977, we have many clients who do not advertise for their needs, and utilize SEI as an extension of their HR function to screen and qualify candidates for their needs. Though most of our work is recruiting qualified candidates directly for positions, we will include qualified ad responses as a potential source for our clients. A tribute to anyone in our field is the ability to survive economic set-backs, recessions, and changes in our industries, and Search Enterprises has done just that for almost 40 years. A relationship with us will be beneficial to you no matter how small your geographic target area may be or narrow your position scope requirements are, and there is no cost to you. We can't help you if we don't know who you are so contact us now.

REQUIREMENTS:
To qualify for any of these one needs a Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related Engineering degree and experience in the Chemical, Petrochemical, Refining, or related industries. Candidates need various levels of experience in management depending on the position desired. Position scopes vary, so please get in touch with us to see what there may be for you.

Confidentiality is our middle name! We DO NOT make any contacts with your resume until you give us the go-ahead based on position descriptions that we provide you, nor are we a member of any 'sharing' organization! Your resume is safe with us!

NOTE: The business climate has not altered the fact that we have opportunities similar to these with a number of Fortune 500 clients in the chemical, refining and pharmaceutical sectors. They/We are always looking for candidates with credentials and experience similar to the above. We have positions for engineers who are seeking an opportunity to move in operations, engineering or production. So if the location or responsibilities of a position does not satisfy your present career desires, let us hear from you anyway, as other unadvertised positions may be of interest to you. We DO NOT make any contacts until you give us the go-ahead.

OVERVIEW: Our clients need Sr. and Jr. Process Engineers, PSM Engineers and other Engineers in Plant and Corporate settings. Our clients currently have many projects underway, all at various stages of development, screening, conceptual, feasibility, definition, and implementation. Initial assignment will involve oversight of a various range of projects and will depend on the engineer's interest and experience level.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES (depending on where experience fits in best):
Interface with the area teams and technologists ensure project related technical and operating issues are addressed.
Develop conceptual scope to meet project objectives, either directly or through the use of contractors.
Prepare Scope of Work documents and solicit proposals from engineering contractors.
Manage the engineering contractor to ensure quality of the process design work product while meeting budget and schedule.
Participate in P&ID, HAZOP, SIL reviews, construction punch-out, and project startup activities.
Evaluate project economics and identify alternative solutions or designs.
Perform process simulations and use other engineering tools and calculation methods to evaluate project options and develop scope.

REQUIREMENTS:
Chemical Engineering with Chemical, Petrochemical or Refining engineering experience. Plant experience, optimizations, statistical programs, DCS or simulation/modeling are just a few types of experience that would be a plus, but a solid ‘get it done’ attitude towards your engineering work a must! Let's talk, our 40+ years in this niche market will be helpful with no obligation from you except honesty. No 'target' to small for us to keep an eye open for, be it location or position type!

NOTE: We have opportunities similar to this one with a number of Fortune 500 clients in the chemical, refining and pharmaceutical sectors. They/We are always looking for candidates with credentials and experience similar to the above. We have positions for engineers who are seeking an opportunity to move in operations, engineering or production. So if the location or responsibilities of this position do not satisfy your present career desires, let us hear from you anyway, as other unadvertised positions may be of interest to you. We DO NOT contact our client companies on your behalf without your approval.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary purpose of this position is to support plant operations by improving existing production processes and introducing new production processes.
Leads and supports Company’s Safety Vision, Mission, and Values.
Promote safety in all aspects of operations to improve the safety record at this facility and throughout the company; includes work performed by contractors.
Perform project-engineering activities that include the design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and start-up of new processing equipment or systems.
Continuously evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements to the plant processes and operating procedures.
Promote the production of products that meet or exceed customer expectations, e.g., through participation in audits and investigations.
Lead engineering efforts to support the Environmental, Health and Safety Manager to ensure site compliance with state and federal regulations and standards (OSHA Construction & General Industry standards, OSHA PSM, RMP, RCRA, DNR, EPA, Title V/PSD, OCPSF, Dept. of Commerce, NFPA and NEC standards).
Coordinate and direct process hazard analysis which include PHA level selection and completion of the required checklists/templates and engineering MOC action items associated with the introduction of new products/processes. Basic data requirements include mass & energy balances/process kinetics, current equipment lists and drawings, process flow diagrams, relief vent sizing calculations, etc. per the OSHA PSM defined element.
Lead engineering efforts to support Food Safety and SQF initiatives and projects.
Support Sales and Marketing activities and provide technical assistance through interfaces with customers.
Support daily production activities by monitoring process performance, trouble-shooting problems, and, as needed, implementing corrective actions.
Uphold company's Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers.
Create operating procedures and training for new equipment and processes.
Assist in leading and mentoring the activities of process/project engineers and engineering co-ops & interns.
Assist in the proper maintenance of plant equipment as a technical resource.
Work with site management to maintain workload balances. Provides back-up support as necessary.
Supports effective communication with all company departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

REPORTS TO: The Regional Engineer Manager. There are no direct reports for this role except for 3-4 interns.

GROWTH: This person will be groomed for the Regional Engineering Manager role.

REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
Project Management education/experience.
Batch experience or experience with sulfur burners.
Process-Engineering and/or Project Engineering experience in chemical-processing industry.
Direct technical management experience (interfacing with contractors).

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing controls engineering support to the additives manufacturing plant. This includes day to day manufacturing support, continuous improvement, and capital project implementation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Insures that all process operations are carried out in a safe manner and meet regulatory and industry standards.
Designs and develops new control systems.
Tests, maintains, and modifies existing systems including technical network infrastructure.
Develops and maintains a 5 year rolling plan to upgrade and maintain process control equipment.
Provides training to operations personnel as needed.
Analyzes, specifies, develops, and recommends design approaches, and equipment modifications necessary to meet production requirements for new or improved products and/or processes.
Assists in investigations and corrective actions for process incident investigations.
Supports process development process and process optimization efforts.
Provides training for plant personnel as required.
Participates in emergency response as defined in the program and training capability.
Provides leadership for establishing and maintaining a safe work environment. Proactively addresses and corrects all unsafe behaviors and conditions.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
Advanced Process Control (APC),
S88 Batch Control Systems
Safety regulations, safe work practice used in the chemical industry, Process Safety Management.
Operation of batch processes and associated auxiliary equipment used in the chemical industry.
Process instrumentation and industrial control systems including PLC programming, HMI Visualizations and Server infrastructure.
Motor controls, HMIs and VFDs.

REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Experience in programming and maintaining plant centralized control systems.
Experience in a Chemical or Liquid Manufacturing environment a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide process engineering support for plant operation and strategic initiatives including process optimization, raw material and energy efficiency tracking and utilization improvements, project support and process control support.
Identify opportunities for improvements and make recommendations to the engineering team and upper management.
Identify and provide justification for capital expenditures in support of process improvements.
Perform project management activities and facilitate the implementation of capital projects in process areas.
Manage existing programs and implement new programs to ensure that environmental, sustainability, and operational goals of the facility are achieved.
Maintain and update Process Safety Management initiatives including procedures, process safety information, piping and instrument diagrams, and process hazard analysis.
Provide process support (scheduling production activities, process troubleshooting, etc.) as needed for front-line production supervision. This includes the availability to perform shift work.
Process and follow-up in a timely manner all documentation required by the company, including engineering change orders, non-conformance reports, management of change, etc.
Apply a sound knowledge of safety and environmental concerns in all undertakings.
Perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Chemical Engineering with process engineering experience in a PSM regulated facility. Strong technical and problem solving skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Self-starter who works well independently or in a team environment.

SUMMARY: Responsible for overseeing reliability for operating the plant. Leads maintenance and reliability efforts to support the achievement of overall operational objectives related to personal safety, Reliability Team personnel safety, production, cost, process safety, equipment reliability/availability, manpower utilization.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Single point accountability for all site maintenance (routine and turn-around) and reliability activities.
Owns the Maintenance and Reliability work process and identifies opportunities to improve.
Drives improvement of maintenance and reliability performance through the use of key performance indicators.
Provides leadership for maintenance and reliability personnel. Responsible for career development of personnel and succession planning.
Ensures a cost-effective maintenance and reliability organization through the optimal allocation of resources.
Ensures compliance with all applicable personnel safety and process safety regulation (Ex: employee safe work practices and equipment testing and inspections).
Ensures effective management of sub-contractors performing maintenance/reliability services (Scaffolding Contractor, HVAC Contractor, Hydro-blasting Contractor, etc.).

SECONDARY DUTIES:
Leads the development of the annual maintenance and reliability budget and monitors performance while taking actions to meet commitments.
Leads the development of annual Strategic Objectives for the Maintenance & Reliability area that support the directives for the KPU Plant and lead execution of activities to accomplish the objectives.
Utilize the “Plan, do, review, act” improvement model and leading/lagging key performance indicators to drive improvement in Maintenance & Reliability effectiveness.
Ensure Contract Reliability resources participate effectively in efforts to maintain plant site systems for equipment documentation, training, maintenance, reliability and spare parts.
As necessary, lead efforts to hire and train maintenance staff.
Support the achievement of overall site operational objectives related to safety, health, environment, production, cost, equipment reliability, equipment availability, manpower utilization, etc.
Monitors timely completion of safety, environmental, and equipment related corrective actions to meet site management expectations.
Remote work may be required.

DIRECT REPORTS: Maintenance Contractor Supervisor & Planner.

REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Engineering.
Chemical plant experience in maintenance.
Demonstrate understanding of maintenance and reliability “best practices”.
Working knowledge of Distributed Control System (Not critical but preferred).
Fundamental understanding of PSM systems and hazardous processes (OSHA 1910.119).
Reliability or Professional Engineering Certification preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of “Cause” analysis and cause analysis tools.
Solid ability to utilize Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Project).
Ability to assign and direct the work of contractors and Reliability Team personnel effectively.
Ability to coach and motivate maintenance employees so the plant operates efficiently, to retain valuable employees and to develop staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plans and directs plant production operations and improvements.
Contributes to plant and process design and implementation, and supports production teams to work safely to achieve targets in the areas of production, costs, and quality product.
Responsible for all the Safety, Health, and Environmental aspects of the Operation.
Development of safety and operations excellence culture.
Conformance to all PSM requirements. Participate in PSM activities and audits.
Lead PHA revalidations.
Guidance and development of Production Teams in the operation and troubleshooting of process and technology.
Change management processes including MOC, PSSR, ECP, P&ID, and hazard reviews.
Process trials and process improvements.
Controls, Equipment, and Distributed control system.
Lead or coordinate incident investigations and problem-solving sessions (safety, quality, production, reliability, etc.).
Troubleshooting and problem solving of process / equipment issues.
Continuous improvements in safety, productivity, quality, reliability, and cost.
Standard Operating Procedures and annual certification.
Energy Control Procedures and annual review.
Attend daily/weekly maintenance planning meetings to help prioritize work needs for Operations.
Coordination with the Operations Planner and Reliability Planner for technical and maintenance testing and needs.
Update Operations metrics and lead morning turnover meetings (time to time) with technical, maintenance, and leadership.
Operations support for Shutdown planning, especially coordination or area shutdown and start up processes.
Production and material planning, execution, and reporting.
Packaging, Shipping, Receiving, and Material Planning.

REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Chemical Engineering.
Experience in chemical engineering with a working knowledge of chemical process operations, OSHA and PSM.
Chemical or polymer manufacturing experience is preferred.
Demonstrated experience working with teams.
Demonstrated experience in getting results, meeting commitments & problem-solving skills.

OVERVIEW: This position is responsible for the process technology, the technology transfer of processes from R&D to the plant, process reliability and repeatability, product yield and quality, equipment design, process safety, process control, and documentation. This position is responsible for technology documentation, corrective actions, and capital projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate technology transfer from the R&D Department to manufacturing.
Write and maintain batch procedures.
Investigate and plan corrective actions for equipment problems and process bottlenecks.
Apply statistical techniques in order to improve, track, investigate quality problems, and meet customer requirements.
Assist in investigating and identifying the root cause of customer complaints.
Work with operations, quality control, and R&D departments to improve the quality and consistency of products.
Participate in PHA's and HAZOP studies.
Manage various projects as assigned.
Assist with annual maintenance shutdown as required.
Conduct a continuous search of new materials, processes, and procedures to enhance and improve the process, quality, and manufacturing cost.

REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
Experience in manufacturing or comparable experience in the chemical processing industry.
Professional Engineering License or Fundamentals of Engineering Certification preferred.
Experience with batch processing preferred.
Experience with DCS.
Experience with Capital Project Management preferred.
Experience in processes using highly hazardous chemicals preferred.
Experience designing chemical processes or project management desired.
Strong organizational skills; ability to manage many tasks or projects in a fast-moving environment.
Capable of independent action; takes initiative.
High-level of proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.