Process Technology Engineer - Lubrizol Surface Science

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the specialty chemicals market through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Type: Full-time / On-site

Shift + Hours: 1st Shift

How You’ll Make an Impact

As a Process Technology Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving specialty chemical solutions forward. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

The Process Technology Engineer plays a critical role in driving product commercialization from initiation through first production, collaborating across diverse teams and third-party manufacturers. Main responsibilities include providing operations input to influence efficient product manufacturing, leading global process improvements, driving asset productivity, supporting manufacturing sites in safety, product quality, process standardization, and driving the implementation of Most Effective Technologies (MET). The role also involves ongoing support for new product development and strategic manufacturing projects, with a strong emphasis on process safety. The position offers opportunities to interact with both manufacturing and commercial functions.

In this role, you will:

• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve product quality across global operations.
• Partner with commercial and technical teams to align process technology strategies with business growth objectives.
• Collaborate with Process Innovation and Process Technology pilot facilities to identify and validate MET value propositions, implementation strategies, and create standards.
• Support LSS product manufacturing trials to ensure compliance with process capability targets.
• Oversee new product development and process enhancements, ensuring smooth transition from pilot to full-scale production.
• Lead projects and present project status updates, clearly communicate goals, progress, and results.
• Work in partnership with various departments, including Supply Chain, Master Data, R&D, Applications, Global Operations, and Third-Party Manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration of process development initiatives.
• Adhere to all relevant internal and external Lubrizol policies, including Health, Safety, Environment, and Security (HSES) requirements, to maintain a safe and compliant working environment.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university.

• 10+ years Chemical Manufacturing industry experience
• Proven ability to identify and implement improvements in people, processes, and technology.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, communication, and technical writing skills
• Self-driven with ability to manage and lead multiple technology assignments.
• Focused on continuous improvement
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and data analysis skills
• Knowledge of experimental design (DOE) and data analysis using fundamental statistical techniques and statistical software

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

• Master’s degree and/or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of personal care, performance coatings, natural polymers, fermentation, and/or polymerization chemistry.
• Lean six sigma experience, green or black belt certification.

Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
  Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.

We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you.

Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future. 

We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.

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