Chemical Engineer Job
BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $112k (610 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.
Own plant processes and lead process improvement projects at a polyamide polymers manufacturing site.
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Plant process ownership role at a major polyamide producer, with capex project and PHA leadership scope.
Might not be for you. Plant-based process/safety role, not bench R&D; DCS/PLC stewardship and PHA duties dominate.
Adjacent materials roleThorough understanding of polyamide technology; improve process formulation through review/modification, optimization
H-1B filings
Arkema filed 3 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.
Most common titles: Scientist - Polymer Characterization, Lead Applications Engineer (High Performance Polymers), Chemical Process Engineer. Median filed pay: $97K a year.
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- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 3+ yrs
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Role
- Process Engineering
Role details
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
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