PureCycle Technologies · 20 hours ago
Process Engineer
Ironton, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expPureCycle Technologies is focused on improving manufacturing processes, and they are seeking a Process Engineer for their Ironton site. The Process Engineer will provide technical support, lead safety programs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in process safety and operational efficiency.
Chemical EngineeringRecyclingWaste Management
Hiring Manager
Brandwyn Frye
Responsibilities
Actively participates and provides leadership for all site safety programs
Provides technical support and input to maintain, improve, and advance the site Process Safety Management program
Leads and supports Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements at the site
Uses Management of Change (MOC) to control and manage proposed process changes
Participates in required Process Hazard Analysis (PHA’s)
Supports efforts to implement and maintain the Responsible Care® Management System
Leads and documents operational incident investigations, including presentation of results
Assists in the design, procurement, and installation of new equipment
Develops site operating procedures and participates in Operator training
Uses statistical techniques to evaluate and improve process capabilities
Provides technical support and engineering expertise to resolve operational problems
Manage technical vendor/supplier relationships and performance
Investigates new technologies and equipment modifications to improve safety, environmental compliance, reliability, and operational efficiency
Supports and participates in site community outreach opportunities
Qualification
Required
Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering
8+ years of work experience in the chemical manufacturing industry
Demonstrated process troubleshooting and complex problem-solving skills
Effective written, listening, and verbal communication skillset
Ability to clearly communicate with leadership, employees, contractors, vendors, and customers
Ability to lead and contribute as part of cross functional teams
Desire to learn, accept new challenges, and willingness to grow and advance within the company
Ability to work independently or cooperatively to deliver required results
Exhibit initiative to identify and complete tasks necessary to support site operations
Understanding of Federal and State EPA, OSHA, PSM, EHS and DOT regulations
Knowledge of standard chemical industry permitting processes
Understanding and experience in the use and application of statistical process control
Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office product suite
Ability to, on a non-routine basis, work weekends, holidays and respond to emergency callouts
Excellent written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Preferred
10+ years of relevant work experience
Experience with Emerson DeltaV process control platform – configuration and loop tuning
Experience with greenfield site commissioning/startup activities
Industry experience and familiarity in the handling of flammable materials
Experience with predictive and preventative maintenance programs
Experience with plant level project management
Company
PureCycle Technologies
PureCycle Technologies offers the only recycled polypropylene with properties equal to virgin polymer.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.14BKey Investors
SK geo centricSylebra CapitalClosed Loop Fund
2025-06-17Post Ipo Equity· $300M
2025-02-05Post Ipo Equity· $33M
2023-08-21Post Ipo Debt· $215M
Leadership Team
Dustin Olson
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2026-01-16
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