Chemical Engineer

Description

• Interprets internal/external technical issues and recommends best practices in own discipline.
• Gives guidance on boiler and other equipment water chemistry needs.
• Evaluates and develops process improvement strategies and environmental control initiatives to enhance system performance and regulatory compliance.
• On occasions employee may be required to work at heights to collect data or conduct other assessments, where guarding or fall protection is required.
• Oversees ordering of needed VOM chemicals.
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, applying regulatory knowledge to plan and execute activities that meet operational requirements.
• Gives daily guidance on the operation and maintenance of the biological FGD WWTP and scrubber systems.
• Provides technical guidance to engineers and operations personnel, helping to establish objectives and support continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
• May lead functional teams or projects to achieve milestones and objectives and will occasionally present topical matters to senior leadership of the plant, Business Line or Department.
• Assesses the financial implication of decisions and manages resource requirements and business needs for projects and technical solutions.
• Solves complex technical problems using analytical methods, process data, and industry best practices to identify innovative solutions that improve system reliability and environmental performance.
• Help manage the plant air and water permits to assure compliance in operations and assists in reporting.

Requirements

• In-depth understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals, applicable design codes.
• At least 5 years of related experience preferred with biological wastewater treatment plant systems.
• Works independently with guidance on only the most complex tasks.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or equivalent with experience. Discipline required will vary by the specific job requirements.
• Must be able to work around high voltage.
• Experience in and active participation with industry organization within field of expertise.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to climb stairs, ladders, and work on elevated platforms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in related technical discipline.
• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering and two to five years of experience in an industrial setting.
• Must be willing to travel to other facilities.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes, water treatment systems, and environmental compliance within an industrial or utility setting.
• Must be able to lift 45 pounds overhead and 50 pounds from the floor to 36 inches.
• Power plant O&M experience.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color distinction with vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Is fully capable to work with a team of licensed WWTP operations employees.
• Must be capable of wearing respirators and working in dusty environments.
• Must have manual dexterity and ability to manipulate keyboards.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance