Chemical Engineer

$76,200 - $206,600/Yr

Rec Advanced Silicon Materials - Moses Lake, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Moses Lake, WA

Primary Metal Manufacturing

About the position

The Chemical Engineer position at REC Silicon is a critical role focused on enhancing production processes, equipment, utilities, and waste treatment facilities. This position is considered safety-sensitive, requiring the selected candidate to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis testing. The primary objective of this role is to improve safety, quality, and productivity by making necessary changes to equipment design or operational procedures. The Chemical Engineer will be responsible for analyzing daily unit production, identifying areas for improvement, and collaborating with various technology resources within the organization to resolve complex issues that may arise beyond the scope of production engineering. In this role, the Chemical Engineer will work closely with operations personnel to address and resolve operational challenges, ensuring that safety, quality, and productivity are maximized. The position involves training operators on best practices and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new and modified equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. The Chemical Engineer will also coordinate with engineering teams to design and install new equipment, aid in the commissioning process, and generate production reports for management and other divisions within the company. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field, along with one to three years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is essential, and familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma tools, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools is desirable. The role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to work independently, and effective communication skills to present ideas clearly in both written and verbal forms. The Chemical Engineer will be a key resource for equipment, safety, and production-related issues, contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor or conduct observation and analysis of daily unit production to determine the improvements needed
• Interface collaboratively with other technology resources in the organization to bring appropriate resources into the unit to resolve problems beyond the scope of the production engineering position
• Work closely with operations personnel to identify and resolve issues impacting operations
• Assist in training operators to maximize safety, quality and productivity of the process
• Analyze work study data and equipment specifications to establish time and production standards
• Apply mathematical analysis to determine validity and reliability of sampling and work study statistics
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures and training criteria for new and modified equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Coordinate efforts with engineering to design and install new equipment
• Aid in commissioning of new equipment, including writing procedures and training
• Generate various production reports at intervals for management and other company divisions
• Provide input into raw material inventory management, including RM specifications
• Design and perform unit process experiments to optimize operations
• Be the key resource for equipment, safety and production related issues

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field
• 1 to 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma tools, Statistical Analysis, SPC Tools desirable
• Ability to plan and schedule individual workload without close supervision
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and engage/gain respect of hourly workforce
• Strong presentation skills in written and verbal forms
• Active listening skills
• Ability to envision a desired end state and implement activities to achieve it
• Understanding of long-term customer needs and a drive to meet those needs

Nice-to-haves

• Working knowledge of other engineering disciplines

Benefits

• Generous PTO: 144 hours of PTO per year for the first 5 years, increasing to 184 hours in year six
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with majority of premiums paid by REC Silicon
• Additional health coverage options including FSA and HSA
• Voluntary insurance options including life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Generous annual company bonus plan in addition to salary
• 401(k) Savings Plan with discretionary contributions and matching available
• Company-paid benefits including life insurance, short & long-term disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible work schedules and limited work from home options
• Position-based clothing, travel expenses, training, and additional materials as needed