Process Equipment Engineer - Eastman Kodak Company : Job Details

Eastman Kodak Company is looking for a Chemical Process Engineer to support our Kodak Advanced Materials and Chemicals Division in Rochester, New York. We are seeking an individual to become an equipment / process expert in support of batch chemical manufacturing areas that include specialty organic chemicals, polymers, inks and dispersions, as well as continuous solvent recovery (distillation) operations.

Responsibilities:

• Become process and equipment expert in specific areas of specialty chemicals manufacturing.

• Provide technical support for operations, product chemists, EHS, and maintenance.

• Work closely with maintenance staff to identify and develop equipment reliability improvements.

• Troubleshoot equipment and process problems to identify root cause, then provide recommendations and implement preventative measures.

• Implement process and equipment upgrades for continuous improvement efforts and to support new business initiatives.

• Capital upgrade project responsibilities including investigation, definition, business case development, process design, implementation, construction support, commissioning, and training.

• Understand health, safety and environmental regulations and apply equipment to assure personnel and plant safety.

• Participation in process safety reviews.

• Implement process improvements that will increase the ability to meet customer requirements, including safe and reliable operations, and improve competitiveness using Six Sigma methodology as applicable.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree or Master's in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

• Experience in chemical manufacturing environment preferred.

• Effective communication skills.

• Ability to interact with teams that include operators, mechanics, chemists, management and other engineers.

• Able to work independently.

• Willingness to learn and to work hands on as needed.

• Able to lead and participate in project teams.

• Demonstrated computer skills, including MS Office.

• Understanding of chemical process controls.