Job Title: Chemical Process Engineering Manager

Location: On-site – Janesville

Compensation: $Competitive, plus a comprehensive benefits package

Overview

An advanced technology organization is seeking a Chemical Process Engineering Manager to oversee the Chemical Process Systems group within a first-of-its-kind industrial facility. This role combines technical leadership, project oversight, and team development, ensuring engineering excellence, regulatory compliance, and successful execution of complex chemical process systems.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

Manage a team of technical contributors across process systems including chemical generation, extraction, and purification
Conduct regular team meetings to review goals, performance metrics, and provide project updates
Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities for team members
Participate in hiring and onboarding, ensuring alignment with technical and organizational expectations
Communicate effectively with internal teams, including Procurement, Construction, and other Engineering groups

Technical Oversight

Own and update technical safety documentation and specifications for chemical process systems
Ensure engineering documents meet technical and procedural compliance requirements and align with project goals
Represent engineering in compliance and quality tracking meetings
Provide subject-matter expertise and training for new hires and temporary personnel

Project & Schedule Management

Develop and maintain project schedules, including key milestones and work tasks
Conduct periodic reviews of schedule tasks to identify gaps and optimize timelines
Collaborate with Project Controls to maintain updated schedule activities in tools such as Primavera P6

Decision Making

Drive team-level decision-making and risk-based technical decisions
Align team priorities with organizational objectives and communicate critical decisions to leadership

Continuous Improvement

Incorporate feedback from management to improve team performance
Remove roadblocks to ensure team success and maintain operational efficiency

Chemical Process Engineering Manager qualifications:

Required:

PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field, or 15+ years of experience in chemical engineering, preferably in extraction, purification, or similar processes
Proven subject-matter expertise across diverse chemical process systems
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and licensing basis requirements

Preferred:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Leadership and mentoring experience
Experience with schedule planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6)
Familiarity with document approval processes and procedural audits
Ability to work effectively with peers and stakeholders

Personal Attributes

Diplomatic and direct communication style
High accountability and ownership of performance
Strong work ethic, collaboration, and team focus
Entrepreneurial mindset with a sense of urgency
Integrity and professional presence

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