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Process Engineer - Ethylene Unit

Sasol North American Operations has an open position for an Engineer to work in the Ethylene Unit at the Lake Charles Chemical Complex.  We are now seeking qualified candidates for the selection process. Below are some details of the requirements:

Job Requirements:

  • The ability to work independently exists, such that typical assignments can be completed with moderate supervision:
  • Develop, execute average complexity assignments, or portions of larger projects per company work processes, policies and procedures within schedule and cost budgets
  • Solve complex operational problems and/or develops design solutions in the assigned area
  • Size of project investment assigned is up to $10 million
  • Sustains or improves profitability by $250 thousand annually
  • Has a thorough understanding of general technical principles; routinely demonstrates the ability to apply these principles in everyday work
  • Through several years of building experience in the discipline or domain the employee has reached the point where they understand theories and concepts of their domain
  • Has gained expertise in one or more areas, and is recognized as having that expertise
  • Independently develops new or improved products/processes/techniques related to their area of expertise
  • Independently drives projects to completion.  Understands how and with whom they need to work with to complete an assignment.  Results are typically reviewed/critiqued after achievement of pre-established milestones, or work is completed
  • Knowledgeable in company policies, processes, procedures and practices with additional knowledge of the project budget and/or assigned budgets

Experience/Education Requirements

  • Minimum of BS Chemical Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years minimum relevant experience
  • Ethylene plant operations experience preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, good teamwork ability and communication skills