Sr. Project Engineer, Chemical Manufacturing

About the Role

I'm hiring a highly skilled Senior Project Engineer to lead complex capital projects across multiple manufacturing sites in the Americas. This role is ideal for an experienced chemical process engineer who thrives in a high‑hazard, fast‑paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of major engineering initiatives from concept through commissioning.

You will play a critical role in shaping long‑term capital strategy, enhancing engineering governance, and driving operational excellence across a diverse project portfolio. This position interacts extensively with senior leadership and cross‑functional teams, providing both hands‑on engineering expertise and strategic direction.

What You'll Do

Capital Strategy & Governance

• Develop and maintain a 3-5‑year capital investment roadmap that aligns with business priorities.
• Challenge scopes and apply value engineering principles to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
• Implement robust governance to ensure compliance with OSHA, corporate policies, and global engineering standards.
• Establish and manage framework agreements with engineering services partners.

Project Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of project engineers and manage external engineering firms and contractors.
• Provide full portfolio visibility, including reporting on cost, schedule, risk, and quality.
• Manage both planned and emergent projects without compromising strategic priorities.
• Oversee detailed engineering activities such as scope development, cost estimation, and project planning.

Technical & Operational Support

• Ensure high‑quality design and safe commissioning through Hazops, safety assessments, and compliance processes.
• Support site engineering teams with troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and process optimization.
• Contribute to plant safety systems, including the development and maintenance of operating procedures and engineering documentation.

What Success Looks Like

• A clear, approved capital roadmap with short‑ and long‑term visibility.
• Projects completed on time, on budget, and meeting all safety and quality requirements.
• Demonstrated cost savings through scope challenge and engineering innovation.
• Strong governance with zero major compliance issues.
• High confidence from senior leadership in the project portfolio and decision-making.
• Improved predictability, efficiency, and execution across all engineering projects.

What You Bring

• Degree in Chemical Engineering; Chartered Engineer status (or actively pursuing) preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in chemical plant process engineering, both on the plant floor and in an office environment.
• Background in fine or specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Experience working with high‑hazard operations and strong knowledge of global safety and environmental regulations.
• Proven experience designing, building, and commissioning manufacturing assets.
• Practical, hands‑on approach with the ability to execute work directly as well as through others.
• Strong technical problem‑solving skills and an efficient, "can‑do" mindset.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and influencing at multiple levels.

Core Competencies

• Flexible Thinking
• Business & Technical Acumen
• Delivering Results
• Influencing Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Developing Others

Why This Opportunity?

This role offers the chance to lead major capital programs with broad visibility and impact while working in an environment that values innovation, safety, and technical excellence. If you are a seasoned engineer who wants to shape the future of manufacturing across multiple sites and technologies, this is an exciting next step.