PT Engineer Lubrizol Surface Science (LSS) Background: The Process Technology Engineer supports product commercialization from initiation through first production, collaborating across diverse teams and working with third-party manufacturers. Main responsibilities include providing operations input to influence efficient product manufacturing, leading global process improvements, driving asset productivity, supporting manufacturing sites in safety, product quality, process standardization, and driving the implementation of Most Effective Technologies (MET). The role also involves ongoing support for new product development and strategic manufacturing projects, with a strong emphasis on process safety. Experience with polymers, automation, and statistical analysis tools is desirable. The position offers opportunities to interact with both manufacturing and commercial functions. Duties and Responsibilities:
-Proactively collaborate with customers and global commercial and technical teams across business groups to understand needs and drive the implementation of effective growth strategies
-Partner with Process Innovation and Process Technology pilot facilities to identify and validate MET value propositions, implementation strategies, and create standards
-Support LSS product manufacturing trials to ensure compliance with process capability targets
-Identify opportunities for productivity enhancement across global operations and take the lead on projects designed to optimize process efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality
-Collaborate with pilot plant teams to manage scale-up projects for new product development and ongoing process enhancements
-Lead projects and present project status updates, clearly communicate goals, progress, and results
-Work in partnership with various departments, including Product Integrity, Supply Chain, Master Data, R&D, Applications, Global Operations, and Third Party Manufacturing, to ensure alignment and integration of process development initiatives
-Adhere to all relevant internal and external Lubrizol policies, including Health, Safety, Environment, and Security (HSES) requirements, to maintain a safe and compliant working environment Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university.
-Minimum 2 years Chemical Manufacturing industry experience
-Proven ability to identify and implement improvements in people, processes, and technology
-Strong interpersonal, collaboration, communication, and technical writing skills
-Self-driven with ability to manage and lead multiple technology assignments
-Focused on continuous improvement
-Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and data analysis skills Considered a Plus:
-Masters degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent
-Knowledge of personal care, performance coatings, and polymerization chemistry
-Lean six sigma experience, green or black belt certification
