Sr. Process Engineer

Job Title:

Sr. Process Engineer

Summary:

As a Senior Process Engineer, you’ll play a key role in optimizing manufacturing processes, improving production efficiency, and ensuring stable, high-quality operations. At our Friendly, WV site, you’ll lead projects and initiatives that drive continuous improvement across the plant—translating data, experience, and innovation into real operational gains.

You’ll work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to strengthen process performance, resolve challenges, and support a culture focused on safety, reliability, and quality. Your expertise will help shape how the site operates today while building a stronger, more efficient foundation for the future.

Please note that this role requires onsite presence five days per week, Monday through Friday

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities Include:

Safety, Compliance & Process Safety

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to personal safety and the safety of employees, contractors, company assets, and the surrounding community.
• Ensure compliance with Momentive’s EHS Management Systems, cybersecurity requirements, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain responsibility for safe execution of project and maintenance activities involving both Momentive employees and external contractors or vendors.
• Partner with site EHS to support Process Safety Management (PSM) activities, including Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), and Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA). 

Key Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to resolve production challenges related to product quality, equipment performance, material balances, and process yields.
• Coordinate product translations and supports new product introductions (NPIs) to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient integration into manufacturing.
• Identify and recommends process and equipment improvements to enhance quality, reduce costs, and improve batch cycle times.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured CI methodologies and tools.
• Identifie opportunities for material usage optimization and cost reduction and leads projects through implementation.
• Drive efforts to reduce waste and improve sustainability across plant processes.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

• BS degree or higher in Chemical Engineering.
• 5+ Years of experience as a Production or Process Engineer in an industrial chemical manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of batch and continuous chemical processes.
• Strong safety consciousness, strong EHS awareness and familiarity with EHS requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are essential.
• Proven problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment, including the ability to troubleshoot process problems and implement corrective actions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook / Office / Excel/ PowerPoint etc. – computer basics.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects.

The Following Are Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical knowledge in industrial equipment and chemical products.

• Familiarity With The Following:

• Sap

• OSI PI data management platform
• DeltaV & ABB DCS
• CI Lean methodology, Six-Sigma, Lean Six-Sigma, 5S experience
• Process Safety Management knowledge (MOC, PSSR, PHA, LOPA)

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What We Offer:

Base Pay Range: $90,500 - $133,100

The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution

Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance. 

At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.  

• Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage. 
• Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.  
• Short term disability with 100%  base salary coverage. 
• Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets. 
• 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service. 
• 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service. 
• Student debt pay-off program. 
• Professional development programs and courses. 
• Wellness programs and financial education. 

Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description on the physical job requirements.

About Us:

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more. 

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.  

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.   

Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.