Senior Process Engineer

at  Kraton Corporation

MAKE A +DIFFERENCE AT KRATON!

At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference. We are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for the benefit of our customers.
As Senior Process Engineer at Kraton you work together with a seasoned team of experts in the chemical manufacturing field. You will collaborate with a lot of different functions in both our EU headquarters in Netherlands and with the plants.

THE FOLLOWING ARE IMPORTANT SKILLS, WHICH WOULD BE REQUIRED TO HAVE:

• 8+ years of experience in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with batch as well as continuous manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of engineering standards as relates to chemical processes.
• Applies technical principles, theories, and concepts.
• Specify new equipment based on engineering calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) in English.

THE FOLLOWING ARE ADDITIONAL SKILLS, WHICH WOULD BE BENEFICIAL TO HAVE:

• Process Engineering experience in the (Petro-)chemical industry.
• Experience in simulation modeling tools, such as Aspen™ Modelling.
• Process Safety knowhow, e.g. HAZOP, LOPA, Burner Management.
• Process Control skills, e.g. writing process control functional specifications.
• Additional language, e.g. Swedish, Finnish, French, and / or German.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a talented and diverse team of professionals.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive work environment that values teamwork and collaboration.
• A chance to make a real positive difference in the industry, working on sustainable solutions.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering as minimum.
• Master’s degree in engineering preferred.
• A degree in Chemical Engineering is preferred.
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  The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
  Kraton’s internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.
  Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE:

• Process Engineering deliverables, e.g. Engineering Front End Loading. Determine Process Engineering scope, budget, and timeline of projects.
• Develop technical solutions to complex problems, with limited guidance and based on data analysis. Influx Process Engineering Expertise.
• Lead and/or participate in technical meetings concerning specific initiatives.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Commercial and Research & Development.
• Interaction with internal personnel on sites, at various management levels, concerning operations or specific phases of projects.
• Assist with Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence.
• Act as Process Development partner for R&D product development.