Senior Process Engineer

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Senior Process Engineer

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

At DuPont, our Senior Process Engineers are critical drivers of operational excellence. In this role, you won’t just support the plant—you’ll shape how it performs. You’ll leverage deep technical expertise, data-driven decision making, and strong leadership to optimize production, improve safety, and elevate performance across operations.

If you are energized by solving complex problems, influencing plant performance, and leading change in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this is your opportunity to make measurable impact.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will serve as a trusted technical leader and key partner to operations:

• Optimize Plant Performance:
  Drive improvements in safety, quality, cost, and reliability using data, KPIs, and continuous improvement tools
• Own & Improve Process Efficiency:
  Analyze plant operations, identify gaps, and implement solutions to increase yield, reduce waste, and improve EBITDA
• Lead Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis:
  Diagnose complex operational issues and lead corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Drive Data & Metrics-Based Decisions:
  Establish and monitor key performance indicators to ensure optimal plant performance
• Collaborate Across Functions:
  Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Technical Advisors, and Production Planning to align on production capabilities and priorities
• Champion Safety & Compliance:
  Reinforce process safety, ensure compliance with operating permits, and maintain strong field presence
• Develop & Influence Teams:
  Coach and mentor team members, challenge the status quo, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Act as the primary backup for the Area Leader
• Leverage Technology & Automation:
• Utilize manufacturing technologies and automation systems to enhance plant performance

What You Bring

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or related)
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience
• Proven track record of driving performance improvements and delivering business results

Preferred:

• Experience within a similar line of business or high-volume manufacturing environment
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
• Process Safety Management (PSM) experience (high or low hazard operations)

What Sets You Apart

• Strong ownership mindset with accountability for outcomes
• Ability to influence and lead without authority
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfort working in fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environments
• Financial acumen and ability to connect process improvements to business impact
• Strong communication skills and credibility with cross-functional teams

Why Join DuPont

• Work at the forefront of innovation in advanced manufacturing
• Influence critical business outcomes and plant performance
• Grow your career through challenging, high-impact work
• Be part of a company committed to safety, sustainability, and operational excellence

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to drive meaningful change, elevate plant performance, and grow your impact as a technical leader, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of manufacturing at DuPont.

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