Chemical Engineer

MAPEI - 3.2

Aurora, IL Job Details Full-time $66,000 - $84,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Operational analysis EHS Production data analysis Defect resolution root cause analysis Process audits Data analysis reporting Chemical Engineering Developing new product formulations System troubleshooting Chemical process safety Procedural guides Quality control statistical data analysis Defect analysis Regulatory compliance Statistical Process Control Mechanical Engineering Energy efficiency management Compliance audits & assessments Engineering process optimization Performance Reporting Data reporting Equipment troubleshooting Mid-level Chemical scale-up projects Trend analysis Factory operations documentation Manufacturing standard operating procedures Data integrity and documentation Collaboration with product development teams Full Job Description Responsibilities Support safe, efficient, and consistent daily polymer manufacturing operations. Assist with scaling up formulations and optimizing production for quality and throughput. Participate in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. Analyze data to identify trends and drive continuous process improvements. Maintain and update PSM documentation, including P&IDs, PHAs, and SOPs. Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and PSM compliance activities. Partner with EHS and maintenance on safety systems and mechanical integrity programs. Collaborate with R D, Quality, and Operations on new products and process enhancements. Lead or support special projects such as raw material trials and energy initiatives. Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of production and process data. Perform assigned tasks in conformance with procedures and instructions established in the Business Management System (BMS) and in compliance with applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulatory requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. What's in it for you In this role, you will earn a competitive annual base salary from $66,000 to $84,000 per year, based on your experience and qualifications. Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance and company results. Medical insurance for employees or the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal monthly contributions. 17 days of paid vacation and personal time annually (prorated in year one). 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% company match. Dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid life insurance, and free telemedicine services. Additional employee-focused programs including tuition reimbursement, discounted home and auto insurance, supplemental life insurance, and more. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred) or in Mechanical Engineering/Materials Science 1+ years of industry experience and/ a combination of prior internship in the chemical industry, preferred Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and process optimization skills. Familiarity with or ability to learn SPC concepts and apply to process control. Understanding of or ability to learn chemical processes and perform relevant calculations and equipment analyses. Basic knowledge of safety practices and compliance with

OSHA/EH&S

standards. Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to learn systems such as DELTA V, SCADA, and PLC/HMI interfaces. Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. independently; and up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Able to stand for extended periods of time. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V) MAPEIP2