Chemical process engineer Jobs in Seattle, WA

Tasks and Responsibilities :

• Process Analysis : Analyze and evaluate existing manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and productivity.
• Supports operation's tasks ranging from daily assignments to long term projects.
• Regularly interacts with shop floor employees, leads and supervisors to understand issues and identify technical solutions. Provides regular training to supervisors and shop floor operators.
• Continuously manages several Manufacturing Excellence projects to reduce manufacturing costs. Serve as change agent in continuous improvement.
• Active participant in site wide continuous improvement activities. Idea generation and project implementation.
• Safety Compliance : Ensure that processes and equipment adhere to safety standards & regulations.
• Manage CAPEX Projects; identify, justify and implement project. Projects ranging from $3k to $100k+
• Lead root cause analysis exercises with a cross-functional team. Manage corrective action plan to completion in a timely manner.
• Support or develop the design of new tools. Quote and manage new tool builds and tooling repairs with external vendors on a regular basis.
• Design shop floor fixtures and manufacturing aids. Quote and manage builds with external vendors on a regular basis.
• Process Flow Mapping : Create process flow maps to visually represent the steps involved in manufacturing.
• Develop / Modify work instructions to reflect best practices clarifying instructions and optimizing production efficiency.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate records of process changes, best practices, and standard procedures.
• Create and manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) to completion.
• Regularly interact with external customers regarding technical topics providing clear and thorough responses.
• Support New Product Induction (NPI) team with tooling and process design.
• Support Purchasing and Quality Departments with offsite vendor visits and audits as needed.
• Support Quality Department with technical expertise as needed.

Education and Experience :

Competencies :

Travel : Application :

Last Application Date 3 / 7 / 2025

The final compensation offered to the candidate may be based on geographical location, work experience and / or skill level. Additions to the compensation packing, including but not limited to paid time off, insurance benefits and 401(k) eligibility, will be outlined at the time of the job offer.

Compensation range : $85,000-$110,000

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

As an EEO / Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)