Chemical Process Engineer III - APS

Parker Hannifin - Cary, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Cary, NC

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Chemical Process Engineer III role at Parker Lord's APS Division in Cary, NC, is a leadership position focused on process engineering for product development projects of medium to high complexity. The engineer will work in a pilot plant and chemical laboratory environment, collaborating with various teams to successfully commercialize new products that meet customer and manufacturing expectations. The role emphasizes personal and process safety, ethics, and quality, while also requiring engagement with global teams and adherence to company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering on product development projects of medium to high complexity.
• Successfully commercialize new products that meet customer and manufacturing expectations.
• Collaborate with operators, technicians, manufacturing leaders, product developers, and business personnel globally.
• Follow and enforce safety, ethics, and quality procedures within the team.
• Engage with team members across business, manufacturing, and technology sectors.
• Independently lead Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) processes.
• Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or a related field is required.
• 5 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 4 years with a Master's degree, or 0 years with a PhD is required.
• Preferred experience in a chemical manufacturing facility, especially with polymeric materials.
• Track record of completing medium complexity projects and leading high complexity projects or multiple projects.
• Ability to lead portions of major projects as a team member.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience and proficiency in process control technology and automation systems.
• Experience with control systems such as ABB 800xa, Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell TDC/Experion, Schneider Foxboro, and Siemens PCS7.
• Experience in CFD and fluid mechanics simulations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling