At a glance Position:Utilities and Waste Treatment Run Plant Engineer Primary Location:Carrollton (KY, USA), Kentucky, United States of America Schedule:Full time Date Posted:02/25/2025 Job Number:R2058169 Position Type:Regular Workplace Type:Onsite At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. About you and this role - What you will do in this role As the new Production Engineer, you serve as a vital resource for Operation of the Waste Water facility by applying technical skills to optimize plant operations, resolve plant problems, and enable safe and efficient production of low cost, quality products. This role requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within job discipline. You will perform routine assignments and solve standard problems using existing procedures. You will apply general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience. Responsibilities- Duties, projects, tasks, and activities you would be responsible for in this role + Work closely with the operations team leveraging their problem-solving skills and technical expertise. + Elevate and appropriately apply knowledge of the plant and technology referencing historical data and conferring with Technology Center or other subject matter experts (SMEs). + Ensure Most Effective Technology (MET) is understood and utilized and that process automation is used as a tool to optimize plant performance. + Utilize defined MET and challenge/escalate MET application and assumptions when better solutions arise. + Partner with experts to perform advanced troubleshooting and improve and document operating discipline. + Diagnose and document root causes of asset utilization losses in the facility. + Understand why specific procedure steps and precautions are needed and keep a strong field presence to reinforce the importance. + Conduct daily review of logbook and alarm history to better understand the plant operation and stay engaged with daily activities. + Maintain, own, and review daily Key Process Indicators (KPI)/ trends to ensure optimum performance. + Respond urgently to plant issues and emergencies. + Act as a unit technical expert during unplanned events and drives implementation of effective corrective and preventative actions. + Provide leadership, expertise, diagnosis, and optimization in plant Raw Material Efficiency, which may include yield or waste generation. + Ensure compliance with plant operating permits. Understands site integration and provides input to optimize the overall system. Qualifications- Required education, experience and abilities that are needed for this role (must haves) + A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering required. + Must possess a TWIC cardorbe eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser). + A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process. Skills- Specific abilities and expertise required to perform tasks effectively in this role (must haves) + Technical Expertise:The ability to apply technical skills to optimize plant operations and resolve plant problems. + Problem-Solving: Leveraging problem-solving skills to address and resolve standard problems using existing procedures. + Collaboration:Working closely with the operations team and subject matter experts to enhance plant performance. + Process Automation:Understanding and utilizing Most Effective Technology (MET) and process automation to optimize plant performance. + Troubleshooting:Partnering with experts to perform advanced troubleshooting and improve operating discipline. + Analytical Skills:Diagnosing and documenting root causes of asset utilization losses and maintaining Key Process Indicators (KPI) to ensure optimum performance. + Emergency Response:Responding urgently to plant issues and emergencies, acting as a unit technical expert during unplanned events. We do not offer relocation assistance for this position. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur. Benefits – What Dow offers you We invest in you. Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing. Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: + Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. + Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. + Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. + Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location). + Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). + Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match. + Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations. + Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. + Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. + Competitive yearly vacation allowance. + Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents). + Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured. + Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. + Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey. + On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location). + Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more. + Additionally, some of our locations might offer: + Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location) + Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location) + Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location) Join our team, we can make a difference together. 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