Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a global leader in specialty chemicals focused on high-performance materials used across a variety of industries. This

organization is known for combining deep technical expertise with a strong commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and continuous

improvement.

This facility is undergoing meaningful transformation, with opportunities to modernize processes, improve equipment reliability, and drive

impactful cost and efficiency improvements. If you are someone who thrives in hands-on environments and wants to make visible, high-value contributions, this

is a unique opportunity to step into a role where your work truly matters.

Why You'll Want to Join

• Opportunity to lead high-impact continuous improvement initiatives
• Clear path toward Operations Manager-level growth
• Work in a hands-on, highly visible role with real operational influence
• Collaborate with experienced engineering and operations teams
• Make a direct impact on safety, cost reduction, and plant performance
• Diverse challenges-modernizing aging processes and optimizing systems

Position Overview

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will serve as a key technical resource within the plant, supporting safe, reliable, and cost-effective

production. You will work closely with operations, reliability, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot production issues, optimize processes, and drive

continuous improvement initiatives.

This role requires both technical depth and leadership influence, as you'll guide cross-functional teams and help implement sustainable process

improvements-without direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with operations to solve complex production challenges
• Own day-to-day troubleshooting and lead cross-functional teams to resolve issues
• Identify and analyze lost production and inefficiencies impacting output
• Monitor and improve yield, energy usage, and sustainability metrics
• Evaluate equipment performance, uptime, and maintenance issues ("bad actors")
• Act as a technical expert during plant upsets and emergencies
• Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Optimize raw material usage, utilities, and waste streams
• Support and maintain accurate standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost and efficiency gains
• Train and upskill operators and supervisors on technical processes
• Ensure high standards for safety, quality, reliability, and customer responsiveness

Real-World Project Examples

• Improving aging equipment like homogenizers used in wet processing (leak reduction, uptime improvements)
• Optimizing flash drying processes, including dust and waste management
• Driving improvements in waste handling, utilities efficiency, and process reliability
• Partnering with operators to identify outdated workflows and implement modern solutions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical field (required)
• 5+ years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change
• Strong experience with process improvement, root cause analysis, and KPIs
• Hands-on experience in plant environments (65-75% floor presence)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 9000/9001 standards and compliance
• Familiarity with EPA regulations and environmental processes
• Experience in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies

Work Environment

• On-site role in St. Louis, MO
• Spend 65-75% of time on the manufacturing floor
• Work closely with operations, reliability, and plant leadership
• Exposure to real-time plant challenges and improvement initiatives

Apply Today

If you're looking for a role where you can own impactful projects, influence plant performance, and accelerate your career into leadership,

this is an outstanding opportunity to do just that.

Apply today to learn more.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.