Lead Process Engineer (Extraction and Distillation)

Job Title:

Lead Process Engineer (Extraction and Distillation)

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 Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a Process Engineer to join our team. Our site manufactures Liquid Micro Contamination Control (LMC) membrane products such as ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UPE) membrane and other membrane products for Semi-conductor and Life Science industries. You will join our team to start up a new membrane operations plant.  As part of this effort, you will drive the commissioning and qualifying of both processes and equipment for use in high volume production.  Once product qualification and operation readiness for Rockrimmon UPE is achieved, your primary responsibility will be to work closely with the production team to drive initiatives to increase output, reduce scrap and rework, eliminate waste, improve overall efficiency, and ensure quality and safety are built into processes at every step.

What You’ll Do:

• Work with an existing cross-functional team including Operations, NPI, Membrane R&D, Quality, Equipment & Automation, Facilities, EH&S and Project Management to make our new plant a success.

• Successful Validation and Qualification (V&Q) execution of membrane products

• Lead efforts to guide the installation and commissioning of new production scale equipment, following typical IQ/OQ protocols.

• Develop and qualify membrane processes on new equipment to meet Key Performance Output Variables (KPOV) targets.

• Leverage statistical tools such as Data mining, Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE) to drive development and optimize processes

• Drive operation readiness of a new membrane manufacturing line.

• Will be area owner in extraction and distillation processes and work closely with operators, other engineers, R&D, NPI and quality team

• Develop and drive new solutions to existing membrane manufacturing challenges such as improving yield, increasing capacity and minimizing variation

• Be a Project/Technical Leader for assigned project and develop project plan, work closely with multicultural cross functional team and build consensus to drive projects to completion in a timely manner

• Provide documentation support such as creating/maintaining drawings, SOPs, test procedures, and test data. Prepare process documentation to support Product Launch and or Manufacturing.

• Maintain presence in the manufacturing area to provide sustaining manufacturing support. Resolve day-to-day production/process issues. Drive issues to root cause

• Responsible for guiding technical evaluations, analysis, and implement process solutions to complex problems, enhancing our fully data-driven and risk-based thinking culture

• Lead with influence across multi-disciplinary team

• Can take on assignments with broad objectives where guidance is provided on critical issues only

• Assists with analyses and audits processes to make recommendations on such items as safety, quality, cost, waste reductions, and efficiency.

• Assist in directing and controlling processes in accordance with defined policies and procedures.

• Requirement to provide work guidance and mentorship to Engineers and others

• Support the 24/7 manufacturing operation - This position is flexible and some evening/weekend days may be required

• One week travel to Bedford, MA to look at sister facility having similar production line

What We Seek:

• B.S or M.S. in Chemical Engineer or related technical discipline

• Experience in Manufacturing related to Distillation process in Oil/gas or other related fields

• Hands-on experience in working with complex large scale distillation equipment

• Understanding the vacuum systems and chemical extraction concepts

• Experience in process engineering troubleshooting

• Ability to read and follow P&ID Diagrams and automation/controls

• Six sigma certifications and experience in statistical data analysis with MINITAB or other statistical software and capable of utilizing data for informed engineering-related decision-making.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a significant amount of that time successfully leading processes and / or continuous improvement related initiatives. 

• Must have both strong hands-on experience and analytical problem-solving skills

• Experience using IQ/ OQ/ PQ protocols

• Experience in lean manufacturing.

• Ability to adapt to changing responsibilities quickly based on business needs

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to be a strong contributor to a cross-functional development team

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Must have some flexibility in the work schedule during initial start-up to meet the demands of the production

• Demonstrated proficiency in Statistical Process Control, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Validation & Qualification processes

• A collaborative leader that inspires cross-functional teams, prioritizing and driving for execution 

Outstanding Candidates Will Have:

• Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt Certification

• Subject matter expertise on Distillation processes

• Proven expertise in qualifying new facilities, equipment, processes, or products

WHY WORK AT ENTEGRIS?
Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.
Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.
 

WHAT WE OFFER
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.

• Compensation: $119,000 - $149,000 year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role

• Annual Bonus Eligibility

• A progressive (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting

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

• Education assistance to support your learning journey

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

• Company anticipates the application window closing approximately 5 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Company to shorten or extend the application window

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time.

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