Process Safety & Reliability Engineer

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

Role Overview (Scope of Role)

The Process Safety & Reliability Engineer is responsible for one of the 6 engineer disciplines within Trinseo: Production; Maintenance; Improvement; Process, Process Control, EH&S. Within each of the engineering disciplines, there are similar types of responsibilities / accountabilities (details may be different per discipline such as tools / methods used) but the general kind of responsibility is similar as well as the level of skills / knowledge required to do the job is the same. Responsibilities begin with unit operations and troubleshooting in multiple technologies across the entire process. To be successful, must have good communication & project management skills and must be able to provide leadership to the shop floor. Understanding the fundamentals of set up and the applicable tools / systems / processes related to the area of responsibility is also critical to success.

This will be an onsite role in Dalton, GA that will be eligible for a Monday-Friday shift or a 9/80 schedule. Additionally, this role will have on-call duties once every 3 weeks after candidate integrates into the position. 

Mechanical Reliability:

• Oversee the mechanical reliability of all equipment to prevent failures and ensure continuous operation.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance to identify and address potential issues before they escalate.
• Able to track, record and proactively resolves / troubleshoots basic, non-complex problems with minimal support from others.
• Identifies opportunities, prioritize (together with plant), develops and executes medium size, moderate to medium complex capital improvement or plant optimization projects. Implements MET during the course of the project with some guided from the Tech Center.   Act as Manufacturing Rep for medium size projects.

Equipment Updates and Changes in SAP:

• Manage and document all equipment updates and changes in the SAP system to maintain accurate records.
• Ensure that all modifications are compliant with safety standards and regulations.

Process Safety:

• Oversee LOPA changes and updates
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments to identify and address potential hazards.

Small Maintenance Projects:

• Plan and execute small maintenance projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. 

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering preferred or other relevant engineering
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; mechanical engineering experience preferred 
• SAP experience preferred
• Working independently to apply applicable technology improvements
• Hazardous materials management
• Demonstrated experience in leading team for results.
• Technically savvy – interested and fluent in engineering and technology applicable to the work environment.
• Strong Communication skills (verbal, written, instructional etc.)
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Equity and Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.  We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.