Chemical Product Production Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Chemical Product Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A technical position responsible for the entire manufacturing process of chemical products, from raw material formulation to process design, operation, optimization, quality control, and safety management.
Description
Chemical product production engineers are specialists who design conditions for chemical reactions and separation processes in manufacturing plants, operate and monitor equipment, respond to troubles, manage quality, and handle safety and health management. They cover a wide range from understanding raw material properties, optimizing reaction conditions, creating and revising operation manuals (SOPs), equipment maintenance, and safety training, contributing to improved product yields, reduced defects, and lower environmental impact. During plant scale-up or new product introductions, they are required to collaborate with R&D departments, equipment engineers, and quality assurance departments to apply experimental data to manufacturing conditions.
Future Outlook
With strengthening environmental regulations, decarbonization, and increasing demand for bio-based chemical products, the demand for production engineers capable of green chemistry and process automation/DX is expected to remain stable, with market value further increasing.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good team player / Problem-solving oriented / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Production Operator → Production Engineer → Process Engineer → Manufacturing Department Leader → Factory Manager → Technical Development Department
Required Skills
Data Analysis / Equipment Maintenance / Plant Operation Monitoring / Process Design and Optimization / Quality Control (Analytical Instrument Operation) / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Chemical Simulation Software / English Literature Reading / IoT Monitoring / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Analysis of chemical process conditions and data evaluation are essential. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain product quality, even minor changes must not be overlooked. |
| Problem Solving | Rapid and accurate response is required during manufacturing troubles. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Plant Engineer by the Society of Chemical Engineers
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B, Type 4)
- Professional Engineer (Chemical Division)
Aliases
- Process Engineer
- Production Engineer (Chemistry)
Related Jobs
- Chemical Engineer
- Plant Operator
- Quality Control Engineer