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Job Description

Are you inspired by “what’s next”? So are we.

When you join the Ketjen team, you contribute to a better tomorrow. You will play a role in powering many of the world’s largest and most critical industries, from energy and communications to transportation and electronics. We are putting innovation to work to improve people’s lives and we want YOU to be a part of it.

Ketjen Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Albemarle Corporation, is currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Process Engineer IV to work in the Catalyst Process Engineering Group at our Bayport Facility. This group develops and leads projects for business growth and continuous improvement in refinery catalyst manufacturing. This role has responsibility for the project management of the pre-project (Front-End Engineering) and process engineering aspects of pre-projects (Front-End engineering), project implementation (detailed engineering) and commissioning & start-up in relation to change and expansion projects for all production facilities on site.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop refinery catalyst manufacturing expertise in yourself and others.

• Provide process design leadership and support for projects

• Develop and champion initiatives for significant cost, quality, operability and HS&E improvements.

• Lead a project team in the pre-project phase, responsible for quality, planning and timely delivery.

• Lead a process design team in larger projects in the design and execution phase of the project, responsible for quality, planning and timely delivery. Providing technical guidance to the team members.

• Acts as subject matter expert in Process Design to support the organization with standardization, training and coaching.

Basic Requirements

• B.S. or higher degree in Chemical Engineering preferred

• Minimum 6-8 years experience in an operating plant environment; process design group; or a research and development organization.

• Solid academic background and work history

• Excellent command of material and energy balance calculations.

• Provides specialized knowledge as an expert and experience in the field of process design (Mass and Heat Balance calculations, PFD’s and PID development, PHA/EHA, PSV design, CSU).

• Mastery of process equipment and instrumentation knowledge

• Working knowledge of basic process economic calculations

• Proven record of working successfully with personnel at all levels of a manufacturing organization.

Desired Qualifications

Demonstrated success in identifying and implementing projects leading to significant improvements in cost, quality, HS&E, capacity or operability.

• Experience with stage-gate project approach and project management

• Proven experience leading a project team during the front-end engineering phase

• Hands on experience in an operating plant

• Solids handling and processing experience

• Experience in start-up and commissioning of new process equipment

• Basic process control knowledge

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.