Sr Chemical Engineer

sr. Chemical engineer

select chemistry’s sr. Chemical engineer will be responsible for supporting the delivery of safe, optimal and environmentally sound operations, using basic technical and analytical capabilities to improve operational performance. Seeking a highly motivated, self‑starter with a growth mindset and a track record of exceptional delivery in a dynamic work environment. The engineer will focus on optimizing plant processes through engineering design and layout, and will interface with r&d and manufacturing to achieve goals and improvements.

full time / part time: full time

flsa classification: exempt

business unit: chemistry

reports to: sr. Director of engineering

travel requirement: 30%

• provide oversight into design parameters for capital improvements at manufacturing facilities
• opportunity to innovate and collaborate with market‑leading r&d lab
• consult and manage vendors while seeking new options where applicable for engineering work
• provide industry experience to improve cycle times and optimize process flows
• maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products as our highest priority.
• chemical and mechanical problem solving via reaction chemistry and fluid dynamics
• working knowledge of relevant standards for mechanical equipment in chemical plant environment including process piping, pressure vessels, and storage tanks.
• participate in all management of change at facilities
• manage and coordinate third‑party services to monitor equipment conditions and inspections.
• provide coordination between the production, project, maintenance and corporate engineering departments regarding capital project implementation.
• work closely with plant management and personnel to enhance safety, upgrade environmental safeguards, and provide overall optimization of process operation.

• minimum of an engineering bachelor's degree (chemical engineering preferred).
• 5‑10 years experience preferred in chemical manufacturing.
• strong interpersonal and communication skills: ability to communicate concisely and accurately across an entire organization ranging from upper management to field personnel.
• strong proficiency with ms office suite – excel, word, outlook and query tools.
• experience in capital projects, maintenance, reliability, or related engineering field.
• ability to prioritize tasks to achieve deadlines in a changing environment.
• change promoter who can develop and motivate others.
• hands‑on attitude to get things done with the ability to manage change to a successful conclusion.

• w: working safe
• a: accountability
• t: teamwork
• e: excellence
• r: respect

compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

• medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans.
• retirement and savings (401k) plan with company match.
• referral bonus with no cap on amount of referrals.

• this position works inside a climate‑controlled environment. The company will supply adequate training and equipment to perform the functions of the job.
• monday – sunday, overtime as required (24hr business operations).
• involves sitting at a desk for extended periods of time.
• needs high degree of concentration in a busy area.
• ability to lift up to 25lbs.

select water solutions is an equal opportunity employer. It is select’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

select water solutions requires all employees whose jobs may involve environmental compliance to understand and comply with the u.s. Environmental protections agency’s clean air act that regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources. A copy of the clean air act can be provided to you upon request from human resources.

select water solutions participates in e‑verify and will provide the federal government with your form i‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the u.s. If e‑verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, select is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact department of homeland security (dhs) or social security administration (ssa) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action, including terminating your employment.

Select only uses e‑verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the form i‑9.