Run Plant Engineer - Copolymers

Overview Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company - at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation. A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers - ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value. As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day. Overview (Scope of Role) The Run Plant Engineer will be a technical resource to assist operations teams in the daily plant operations. Key areas of emphasis are environmental health, and safety (EH&S) performance, product quality, plant cost optimization, and all aspects of plant technical performance such as yield, energy efficiency, and production rates. The position is located in Midland, MI. Candidates will need to have flexibility for occasional off hours and high activity periods e.g. plant turnarounds. Responsibilities Provide day to day operation support for the styrene polymers complex. Optimize and make improvements to facility operations to improve cost, safety, quality, and capability. Execute small expense and capital projects. Fulfill the role of management representative on larger capital projects. Lead EH&S activities in the plant as assigned. Participate in plant EH&S activities and initiatives. Develop operating instructions and equipment specifications for production activities. Understand all applicable process technology, equipment, and process control technology. Understand and follow all applicable safety standards and management systems. Be able to support and to modify process control code. Track plant production metrics and collect data to support plant compliance. Qualifications BS in Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering 2 - 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in a Chemical Manufacturing environment High level of initiative and ownership Schedule Flexibility (Some off hours support, some high activity periods e.g. plant turnarounds) Ability to interact well with other plant staff and operators to build a positive rapport Superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Excellent professionalism, leadership, and communication skills Equity and Inclusion With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.