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Come Join an Inclusive TeamThe EP Process Engineer will monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize operating units to drive process and product improvements at our Engineered Plastics sites. During a typical day they will apply technical knowledge to detect causes of deviations in quality, capacity, yield, and energy consumption. The individual will identify, recommend and implement strategic projects to improve unit performance. A process/production engineer will also collaborate with unit specialists and other engineers to support process design and implementation of capital projects. #LI-RH1
This role must sit at one of our EP manufacturing sites. Locations: Evansville, IN (EBO) or Akron, OH (AKO)A Day in the Life Develop systems to improve and sustain value in the areas of production rates, reliability, cost and quality.
Maintain strong safety and environmental compliance focus
Troubleshoot and problem-solve advanced process problems
Develop recommendations to improve EP performance
Develop and manage Key Performance Indicators for plant performance
Monitor, troubleshoot and optimize operating units
Contribute in a team environment and establish work relationships with onsite and offsite functional groups to achieve results
Balance day-to-day operational priorities with long term strategic objectives to ensure alignment with company goals
You Bring This Value BS Degree, engineering preferred
Minimum 5+ years of experience in the petrochemical industry with at least 2 years working with Engineered Plastics
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Self-motivation and high initiative
Advanced technical understanding of unit processes
Knowledgeable in chemical and process engineering fundamentals
Ability to apply engineering concepts to solve performance problems
Knowledgeable in the development of Process Design Packages and related economics
Good troubleshooting skills and techniques
Leadership skills to drive technical solutions
What We OfferWhy LyondellBasell? Safety First: We're a safety-driven organization where your well-being is our top priority.
Grow With Us: We're passionate about your personal and professional development. Many of our Supervisors and Managers began their journey at the plant level-your growth is our success!
Innovate Together: Collaborate with a dynamic team to create smart, forward-thinking solutions that make a real impact.
Great compensation package: Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Plan with Company Match of 6%
Retirement (Pension) Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Vacation and Holidays
Educational Assistance
CompetenciesDrive Innovation
Technical Skills
Grow Capabilities
Promote Inclusion
Motivational Fit
Build Partnerships
Deliver Results
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