TW - Sr Chemical Process Engineer

Air Liquide Advanced Materials (ALAM) is transforming the science of electronics and technology.  We innovate with atomic scale engineering to open up countless new possibilities in how the world lives, works and connects.  Today, our ALOHATM and Voltaix® products are critical to the manufacture of the newest computer chips required for Big Data and the Internet of Things. To enhance our execution from discovery to delivery we are adding talented people to our team

Entity and activity description

The science of electronics is transforming exponentially through innovation and connectivity around the planet. Every day, breakthroughs are making technologies – from micro-processors, memory chips and flat panels to photovoltaic cells – even smaller and more powerful, opening up countless new possibilities in how the world lives, works and connects. Air Liquide Advanced Materials grows by enabling our customers to innovate. Our ALOHA™ and Voltaix® products are critical to the manufacturer of the newest computer chips required for Big Data and the Internet of Things.

Candidate must have valid employment authorization in Taiwan and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

Job Responsibilities

The primary focus of the Engineering department is to lead continuous improvement activities related to commercial chemical manufacturing processes. Engineering personnel lead continuous improvement teams for major product lines and manufacturing areas, providing technical insights, leadership, and disciplined project management for implementation of improvement projects.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Technical leadership of one or more continuous improvement teams

• Troubleshoot problems in manufacturing processes

• Improve the safety of existing manufacturing installations

• Identify and implement methods for manufacturing cost reduction in line with business needs

• Provide process engineering expertise across various product lines and sites

• Develop practical solutions to complex technical problems

• Develop and lead capital projects to improve efficiency, reliability, safety, and product line expansion

• Develop PIDs, specification documents, process design package, and control systems functional design for projects

• Document and communicate institutional knowledge throughout the organization

• Make quantitative, fact-based decisions

• Direct projects to on time, on budget delivery with required quality

• Develop training materials for Operations technicians.  Participate in the technician qualification process by providing classroom instruction on basic principles, troubleshooting and process specifics.

• Successfully complete all required trainings

• Keep process documentation up-to-date (PFDs, PIDs, H&M balance, specification sheets, design documentation).

• Support new process startup - shift work may be required

• On call for nights, weekends, and holidays

Required Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering

• At least 5 years of experience performing hands-on optimization of specialty chemicals/gases production units

• Demonstrated project planning and management expertise

• Proven track record of delivering on commitments

• Proven ability to lead change, personally adaptable, and able to perform well under pressure and constantly changing priorities

• Solution/outcome oriented in an environment with minimal supervision

• Strong understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals

• Problem solving and decision making skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Working knowledge of PLC and DCS control systems

• Process hazard analysis leadership; LOPA and HAZOP

• Cost/benefit analysis, including DCF analysis

• Development and use of metrics for performance management

Preferred Qualifications

• Six-Sigma green or black belt certification or the equivalent knowledge and experience

• Significant experience working with highly hazardous chemicals at a manufacturing facility

• Expertise in various unit operations, and associated equipment (i.e. distillation, filtration, reaction)

• Demonstrated presentation skills

• Working knowledge of fire, building, and electrical codes

• Working knowledge of ASME code and CGA standards

• Chemical plant operation experience strongly preferred