Operations Engineer

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come. We are looking for: The Operations Engineer owns the technical performance of assigned chemical manufacturing processes, ensuring safe, compliant daily operations while improving HSE, quality, throughput, OEE, and cost. The role leads troubleshooting, KPI reporting, continuous improvement and small capital projects (Lean/Six Sigma), incident investigations/root cause analysis, and execution of PSM/RMP activities (PHA, MOC, PSSR) in close collaboration with cross-functional teams. We count on you for: Establish and maintain technical ownership for existing chemical manufacturing processes.  Lead continuous improvement activities in the following domains: Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Quality Manufacturing Excellence  Actively engage in the development and execution of strategic growth projects for the site as assigned. Lead all technical aspects of production for assigned processes:  Ensure safe day-to-day operation of processes within defined limits, including troubleshooting and resolution of process deviations. Define appropriate metrics to measure process performance, and report performance to site and business leadership teams. Accountable, together with the Production Superintendent, for realization of site and business objectives for HSE, quality, throughput, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and cost. Lead identification, development, and execution of continuous improvement projects and small capital projects.  Apply Six Sigma, Lean, or other manufacturing excellence techniques as required. Lead incident investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for process safety and quality events, including development and closure of corrective and preventive actions.  Ensure assigned processes comply with site management systems and applicable standards including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.  Lead compliance with technical aspects of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) for assigned processes. Lead Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) activities. Develop and maintain documentation including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), operator training, and Process Safety Information (PSI).  Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, HSE, and R&I functions. Provide backup coverage for other Operations Engineers, Production Superintendent, or Site Technical Manager as assigned. Utilize problem solving techniques to independently understand and solve complex…