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Evonik · 7 hours ago

Plant Engineer

Evonik is a leading company focused on innovative solutions for sustainability and health. They are seeking a Plant Engineer to ensure the technical reliability of plant and equipment, provide process and maintenance expertise, and lead engineering staff in a chemical manufacturing environment.

ChemicalChemical EngineeringIndustrialIndustrial Engineering
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Responsibilities

Responsible for the technical reliability of the plant and equipment for multiple production units and in coordination of the Production Superintendents
Provides technical expertise for process improvements, developments, maintenance reliability, equipment innovations, and state-of-the-art maintenance and project techniques
Manages and supervises other Engineers and Technical Resources in the BU and provides leadership, guidance, and technical learning support. Selects, trains, and provides performance guidance to ensure the development of an effective and knowledgeable engineering staff
Provides the BU with process, maintenance and project expertise, which combines process engineering with in-depth knowledge of the plant requirements. The incumbent provides mature engineering judgment, creativity and foresight to initiate studies, projects and new developments and to anticipate and solve problems with a focus on long term technical solutions
Develops the goals and objectives for the engineering department. Observes and conducts performance in coordination with the Head of Fumed Silica Production-NA
Ensures regulatory compliance of the technical installations, maintenance practices and the technical documentation. Develops maintenance strategies and process improvements for multiple plants

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringChemical EngineeringProcess EngineeringAnalytical ThinkingMaintenance StrategiesPlanningOrganizingTechnical ExpertiseLeadership

Required

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering is required
5-10+ years of general chemical industry experience required
Must have broad based skills in engineering and maintenance as well as planning and organizing
Must possess the theoretical technical knowledge combined with the analytical thinking and practical experience to effectively manage the Smart Effects process

Preferred

A Master's degree is a plus

Benefits

Performance-based remuneration
Occupational health benefits
Hybrid and flexible working environments

Company

Evonik goes beyond the boundaries of chemistry with its combination of innovative strength and leading technological expertise.

H1B Sponsorship

Evonik has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (18)
2024 (9)
2023 (16)
2022 (6)
2021 (8)
2020 (13)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.85B
Key Investors
European Investment BankTemasek HoldingsCVC Capital Partners
2025-09-02Post Ipo Debt· $581.65M
2024-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $547.64M
2013-04-25IPO

Leadership Team

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Anne Ritter
Global Director, Partnerships and Strategy- Care Solutions
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Bernhard Mohr
Managing Director Evonik Venture Capital
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