Process Engineer

  • Aurorium
  • Zeeland, Michigan
  • Full Time
Job Details: Process Engineer

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Vacancy NameProcess Engineer

Vacancy NoVN388

DepartmentEngineering

LocationZeeland

Employment TypeFull-Time

Company OverviewAurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions.

Key industries served include healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company's global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security, and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control, and safety.

DescriptionThe primary responsibility of the Process Engineer is to ensure the continuous operation of all plant equipment and to provide support for the production facility. This includes identifying opportunities for process optimization, recommending process design changes, and assisting with the implementation and start-up of those recommendations.

Job Details

Role Specific Responsibilities:

Provides technical support for the manufacturing processes, including process investigations, process changes, and technical transfer and scale up of new product introductions

Provides project and process engineering support for technical projects. Associated tasks include equipment specification and procurement, process development, drawing development, protocol development and execution

Optimizes production yields and equipment utilization

Minimizes raw material losses, waste generation, and utility consumption

Assists in developing cost estimates for repair work and capital work

Ensures the instrumentation, control systems, and documentation (and validation or PSM where required) can support the plant's quality and production

Creates Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new equipment/processes, as well as update of existing SOPs

Collects, analyzes, and reports data related to production capabilities and plant operations

Completes detailed Material and Energy Balances for new or modified processes

Modifies/Prepares new Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFD's)

Sizes and specify new process equipment, existing equipment, Safety Relief Devices, and vent systems for new capacities or services

Works with plant operating personnel to troubleshoot plant operation issues, especially when associated with project implementations

Works on Continuous Improvement Projects as identified or needed. Areas of emphasis include manufacturing cost reduction, capacity improvements/cycle time reductions, energy and waste reduction, and process reliability

Assists with regulatory compliance, permitting of plant facilities, and regulatory compliance of contractors

Completes other project work as necessary to support safe operations

Compliance:

Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements

Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly

Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times

Problem Solving and Innovation:

Active participation in continuous improvement activities

Participates in problem-solving

Takes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business

Assists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team members

Exercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

3-5 years of experience in process design or process engineering, preferably in a chemical manufacturing environment

Experience working with Delta V

Fundamental knowledge of continuous and batch chemical operations including reaction, distillation, heat exchange, solids handling, utilities, and process control

Familiarity with Six Sigma Processes

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and priorities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to flex own style as needed to influence and drive results

Self-motivated and ability to work within a fast-paced environment

Critical thinking skills and analytical abilities which allow assessments of situations and opportunities

Flexibility to work in both office and operating plant environments on a wide variety of activities

Demonstrated knowledge in methodologies and tools including PHA/HAZOP, risk ranking, LOPA, Relief System Design, root cause analysis, mechanical integrity, management of change, pre-startup safety review, and additional process safety management requirements and methods

Embodies the core values of Aurorium:

credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actions

outcome-oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impact

driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness

empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standard.

If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. today!

Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category. #LI-Onsite
Job ID: 489781950
Originally Posted on: 8/17/2025

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