Senior Process Engineer (Technology Steward) - Celanese International Corporation

Overview

Celanese Corporation is a global chemical leader in the production of differentiated chemistry solutions and specialty materials used in most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use the full breadth of Celanese's global chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees, shareholders and the corporation. As we partner with our customers to solve their most critical business needs, we strive to make a positive impact on our communities and the world through The Celanese Foundation. Based in Dallas, Celanese employs approximately 13,000 employees worldwide and had 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.

Responsibilities

• Apply fundamental principles of chemical engineering to solve technical problems in various processes.
• Perform heat exchanger rating, hydraulic calculations, relief calculations, and distillation column evaluations to optimize process efficiency and safety.
• Develop P&IDs, size vessels, lines, heat exchangers, and pumps, and specify equipment through data sheet development.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, codes, and standards while specifying pressure relief devices (PRDs) and other equipment.
• Document process studies, designs, and evaluations through process letters and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct hazard identification and risk management activities such as FMEA, What If, HAZOP, and LOPA.
• Facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and participate in Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Collaborate with multiple disciplines including Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, and Projects to execute unit changes and capital projects.
• Manage competing priorities by providing daily operations support while handling multiple simultaneous projects or assignments.
• Lead root cause analyses (RCAs) and support tracking of Key Process Indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational excellence.
• Provide troubleshooting support for unit operations and contribute to startups, shutdowns, and turnarounds.
• Mentor and coach entry-level process engineers to foster their professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering
• 7 years of relevant chemical engineering experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; analytical and problem-solving skills; and attention to detail
• Self-motivated, extreme ownership mindset
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Proficient in the use of process engineering software (e.g. Aspen Plus, HTRI, hydraulic tools)