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Employee Type:Regular Who we are LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.7 billion in 2023. The company currently has about 12,800 employees in 32 countries. Our core business is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products.LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good.
Job Highlights
The Plant Engineer III is responsible for increasing profitability and competitiveness of LANXESS production processes through optimized technical solutions. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Day-to-day support and troubleshooting of a PSM regulated chemical facility, solutions may require development of new or improved products, processes, or techniques.
- Responsible for plant engineering duties within assigned area.
- Works with independence, conferring with manager on unusual or complex assignments.
- Responsible for implementing good process safety practices in assigned area.
- Participates in Process Hazard Analysis sessions
- Responsible for projects to ensure environmental compliance in assigned area.
- Direct process engineering activities/projects of the group.
- Prepare presentations/lead audits/analyze data as needed.
- Assesses feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering tests, products, and equipment.
- Executes and leads performance improvement activities which may employ various process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, BPI, KAM, etc.).
- Develops key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards based on strategic objectives and performance improvement goals.
- Effectively manages mid-sized projects to ensure project completion on-time, on-budget, and on-quality; resolves issues and conflicts; coordinates project work with other operating units; regularly reports project status.
Requirements
- BS in Chemical Engineering. Advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing or related environment.
- Advanced PSM knowledge.
- Previous project management experience is a must.
- Proficiency with process simulation software (Aspen) is preferred.
What we offer you
- Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
- Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
- Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
- Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
- Diversity:LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.
LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors. We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available! Join the LANXESS team!
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Lanxess Corporation
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Jun 11, 2025