Senior Chemical Process Engineer - Manufacturing Troubleshooting & Process Optimization

JMD Technologies Inc. • Taunton • $62 - $72 / hour • 13h ago

Title: Senior Chemical Process Engineer – Manufacturing Troubleshooting & Process Optimization

Location: Greater Taunton Area, MA (Onsite)

Employment Type: Fulltime

Status: Accepting Candidates

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Chemical Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations at a chemical production facility. This role will serve as a key technical resource during weekend operations, driving process performance, equipment reliability, product quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Provide manufacturing troubleshooting and technical support for daily plant operations, equipment startup, and commissioning activities.
Lead process optimization projects to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and waste reduction.
Analyze manufacturing data to identify opportunities for process enhancements and operational improvements.
Support product transfer and scale-up activities from R&D into manufacturing.
Execute equipment commissioning, startup, and validation activities.
Develop and maintain required engineering and compliance documentation, including IQ/OQ/PQ, P&IDs, SOPs, MOCs, PHAs, and PSSRs.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
4–7 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process development, troubleshooting, and optimization.
Experience with project management in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of batch reaction chemistry, filtration, powder drying, distillation, acids, and solvents is preferred.
Experience with equipment validation, commissioning, and startup activities.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and independent decision-making skills.

Compensation (MA Pay Transparency):