Plant Engineer

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Shape the Future with Us.

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day 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.

Location: Clifton, NJ

Job Type: Full-time/On-site
Salary Range: $80,500 – $117,000

How You’ll Make an Impact

As a Plant Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving operational excellence through process optimization, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. This role plays a critical part in troubleshooting equipment and process issues, enhancing process safety, and supporting production operations. Our Plant Engineers also lead small capital projects to improve plant performance and reliability, while ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Security (HSES) standards. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

In this role, you will:

• Provide technical support for manufacturing processes, batches, and equipment (including boilers).
• Lead the site’s Mechanical Integrity Program and participate in Pre-Start Up Safety Reviews.
• Manage and optimize production documentation and SOPs.
• Initiate and manage capital projects, including appropriation requests.
• Support quality investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in the introduction of new products, raw materials, and processes.
• Conduct and coordinate site training, emergency response planning, and safety audits.
• Support the site’s Process Safety Management Program, RC14001 Program, and CFATS compliance.
• Maintain and update P&IDs and oversee the Management of Change Program.
• Back up the Plant Manager and support Production Planning and Warehouse functions as needed.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. 
• 5 or more years of experience in manufacturing. 
• Experience managing capital projects and leading process improvement initiatives, a plus
• Knowledge of RC 14001, Process Safety Management systems, & CFATS, a plus.
• Working knowledge of environmental, health, safety, and process safety regulations.
• Experience with SAP and Cora Systems, a plus.
• Ability to effectively & efficiently communicate both verbally & written in English.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize task by urgency.
• Time Management, Teamwork, and Adaptability are critical to success
• Self-Motivation (takes initiative & works independently)

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

• Chemical, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering degree are preferred.
• Chemical manufacturing or processing environment experience is preferred.

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. In this role, your work environment will include:

• Ability to lift and handle objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Able and willing to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays to ensure projects are completed on time.
• Ability to successfully complete and maintain safety training requirements.
• Sitting or standing for long periods during the day.

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!