Senior Chemical Process Engineer

Job Description :

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.

The Role :

Our site in Toronto is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to join our new product development team. In this critical role, the Chemical Process Engineer is a key player on a dynamic team responsible for scaling up robust chemical processes in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will exhibit the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, continuous improvement environment focused on safety and quality.

What You’ll Do :

Serve as a core team member for assigned NPI Projects and act as the liaison between Development, Engineering and Operations in order to pull products to market through a stage gate process

Work with Research and Development chemists to develop robust processes which incorporate standard unit operations, to meet stringent safety and quality requirements

Develop and manage project plans for process development activities to generate process design information for scale-up, evaluate process technical risks, and lead safety assessments with a good knowledge of PSM

Define unit operations, generate PFD’s and P&ID’s, generate mass and energy balances, specify and size equipment, facilitate equipment procurement and fabrication, and identify instrumentation, controls and automation requirements

Support operations by making decisions in the plant according to real time data to ensure the process is performing as expected, perform troubleshooting, and develop corrective actions

Manage change through cross-functional partnering in a global environment

Assist with analyses and audit processes to make recommendations on such items as safety, quality, cost, waste reductions, and efficiency

Perform other duties as assigned and be available occasionally for off-hour work and assignments

What We Seek :

Degree in Chemical Engineering or similar field

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to author standard operating procedures, deliver technical presentations in support of product proposals and champion engineering design reviews

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Motivated and self-directed team player with good interpersonal skills. Must have ability to reach out, communicate and influence personnel at all levels within the organization.

Ability to orchestrate and prioritize multiple activities at once to accomplish Division goals.

Outstanding Candidates Will Have :

Degree in Chemical Engineering or similar field :

B.S. with 8 + years of experience

M.S. with 5 + years of experience

Ph.D. with 3 + years of experience

Significant experience in a specialty or fine chemical manufacturing environment

Experience utilizing ERP systems (ideally SAP) and automation in a manufacturing environment

Handling of air sensitive or highly hazardous compounds

Experience with SPC, ISO quality standards, management-of-change for product / process control, chemical compatibility studies

Familiarity with glove box usage and protocols

Experience interpreting analytical results, such as NMR, GC, GC-MS, HPLC, among others;

Experience leading cross functional project teams and leading Lean / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement Manufacturing projects and implementation.

What We Offer :

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

Generous RRSP plan with an impressive employer match

Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs

Flexible work schedule and 10 paid holidays a year

Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge

Education assistance to support your learning journey

Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.