Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions serving the food, health, nutrition, and industrial markets. We're looking for a talented Process Engineer to join our Geismar facility and play a central role in optimizing our operations, leading improvements, and helping us build a safer, more efficient plant for the future.
If you're a sharp, solutions-oriented engineer who thrives at the intersection of data and hands-on problem solving, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilites
You'll split your time between strategic office work and real plant-floor engagement — bringing ideas to life where it counts. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you'll own a wide range of high-impact responsibilities:
Lead projects end-to-end — manage new equipment installations, coordinate timelines, and ensure seamless knowledge transfer to operators
Optimize production — evaluate process and lab data daily to improve yield, quality, and efficiency
Design and improve systems — run process simulations, test upgrades, and develop innovative solutions and best practices
Train and document — create clear operating instructions and process documentation that empower your team
Manage risk — conduct risk assessments and keep cost and time constraints on track
Champion safety — model and reinforce a culture where safety is everyone's first priority
Required Education and Experience
B.S. in Chemical Engineering
5+ years of experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or nutraceutical manufacturing
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Lean Manufacturing, GMP/FDA compliance, and Process Safety Management
Capital expenditure planning, unit operations, PLC and DCS systems
Ability to interpret technical journals, financial reports, and regulatory documents
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership and regulatory agencies
Experience responding to common inquiries or concerns from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Environmental and/or Physical Requirements
- Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available
- Requires frequent plant field visits that may require the use of protective clothing & personal devices: Safety shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, mask, goggles, insulated gloves, safety vest, harness, hair net, slicker suit, self-contained breathing apparatus