Lead Chemical Process Engineer Job Listing at Kelly Services in Westlake, LA (Job ID 9611250)

Description

Lead Chemical Process Engineer

Direct Hire

Lake Charles, LA – Onsite

$140,000-$170,000
This exciting opportunity includes premium pay, up to a 15% bonus, relocation assistance, and 100% company-paid benefits.
 

Overview:

Kelly Engineering is searching for an experienced Lead Chemical Process Engineer to join our client's team in Lake Charles, LA. The ideal candidate will bring 10-15 years of expertise in large-scale petrochemical plant operations, with a focus on ethylene and MEG processes, as well as proficiency in CAPEX project management. This role is pivotal in optimizing processes, enhancing plant reliability, and providing mentorship to junior engineers.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage CAPEX projects from design to implementation, ensuring they meet performance and budget goals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process and equipment issues; implement solutions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Develop innovative operating methods to enhance plant performance and safety.
• Collect and analyze data, propose process updates, and implement improvements.
• Ensure equipment operates at specified capacities; collaborate with designers to optimize production processes.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers, providing training and guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate regularly with plant operators.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

 

Qualifications:

• 10-15 years of experience in petrochemical operations, with expertise in ethylene and MEG processes.
• Strong CAPEX project management experience.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and data analysis.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering; PE and Six Sigma certifications are a plus.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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