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A Remote Chemical Engineer job involves applying chemical engineering principles to design, develop, and optimize processes from a remote location. These professionals work in industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, manufacturing, and environmental engineering. They collaborate with teams using digital tools for simulations, data analysis, and process optimization. Responsibilities may include research, compliance monitoring, and troubleshooting process inefficiencies. Remote work requires strong communication skills and proficiency in industry software.

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A typical day for a Remote Chemical Engineer involves collaborating virtually with colleagues, running simulations or calculations using specialized software, and preparing technical reports or project documentation. You'll attend online meetings to discuss project progress, troubleshoot process challenges, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams such as mechanical engineers or project managers. The remote nature of the role requires proactive communication and effective time management to meet project deadlines and ensure alignment with team goals. Additionally, you may occasionally visit client sites or manufacturing plants, depending on the project requirements.

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Engineer, Methanol Production

LyondellBasell

La Porte, TX • On-site, Remote

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


LyondellBasell rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers


Job description

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come.  LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

This role provides production engineering support to the LyondellBasell Methanol Unit at the LaPorte Texas Chemical Complex. Responsibilities include monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing production areas to drive process and product improvements while maintaining a strong safety and environmental compliance focus. During a typical day, the engineer will apply technical knowledge to detect causes of deviations in quality, capacity, yield, and energy consumption and provide technical training to less experienced engineers. The responsibilities include a methanol reactor section, refining/distillation section, storage tanks, boiler, wastewater processing, raw water processing, air and nitrogen systems. The unit is an integral part of the LaPorte Chemical Complex.

A Day in the Life

Monitor and improve daily operation of the methanol unit by working directly with operations personnel. Optimize unit performance and troubleshoot problems. Coordinate the actions of several departments necessary to resolve production issues.

Develop systems and implement projects to improve and sustain value in the areas of safety, environment, production, cost, and quality.

Perform design calculations required to generate process data to check and validate equipment and system performance.

Effectively interface with groups across the company including site manufacturing and technical groups, other process engineering support groups, project engineering and business and engineering management.

Effectively facilitate teamwork to obtain alignment of organizational goals and gain consensus and support from company personnel.

Participate and lead process hazard analyses and management of change activities.

Mentor less experienced engineers. Develop and deliver technical training.

Coordinate and/or perform project duties for small capital projects, including process simulation, development of heat and material balance calculations, and preparation of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

Participate in unit turnarounds

You Bring This Value

B.S. Degree in Chemical Engineering

A minimum of 6 years prior experience working as a chemical engineer with relevant experience in the refining, petrochemical, or chemical process industries.

Experience with Methanol processes a plus

What We Offer

LyondellBasell is proud to provide a competitive total compensation package designed to reward excellence and support the well-being of our employees. Our Total Rewards package includes equitable and market-competitive base pay as well as locally relevant incentives, fostering a culture of pay-for-performance that recognizes both individual and company achievements. 

We extend the following benefits to *eligible employees: 

  • Workplace Flexibility: The Company's Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval. 

  • Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices. 

  • 6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution 

  • 5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual 

  • Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it. 

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US. 

  • Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees. 

  • Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions. 

  • Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs. 

  • Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities. 

  • Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance. 

  • Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families. 

  • Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations. 

*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law. 

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