TotalEnergies Corbion is a global technology leader in bioplastics, so called polylactic acid (PLA). Our products offer a 75% reduction in carbon footprint compared to most traditional, fossil-based plastics. Our core belief is that our Luminy® PLA bioplastics can have a real and meaningful impact toward creating a better planet for current and future generations.
Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Ambition, and We enable others to do good. And we act like it. In addition, we actively embrace diversity in how we work together and contribute towards our shared objectives and values. By joining TotalEnergies Corbion, you will become an employee in a company where you can feel proud of your achievements and develop your career with global prospects.
What is the purpose of the job?
The main purpose of our Process Development Engineer will be to develop, from idea phase to basic engineering, novel processes to support new PLA-based products. In addition, you will be working on debottlenecking and reliability activities of our current asset in Thailand. You will be our main polymer technology expert and as such will contribute to knowledge development including intellectual property matters.
In this role you work closely with our colleagues in the R&D Global Technology team in Gorinchem and with the team in Thailand and you are willing to travel there when needed as well. Join our team and play a key role in shaping our processes and driving innovation!
What are your specific duties?
Translating the purpose results in the following specific job activities:
Process development
- You design new polymer and compound production processes from idea to basic engineering level.
- In close collaboration with the engineering team in Thailand, you tackle challenges in our existing polymer production plant plant, troubleshoot, and find preventive solutions for a safe, efficient and high yield process for PLA production.
- You take the lead in testing out new process technologies, moving from the lab to pilot and industrial scale.
- You share your expertise across different functional areas to keep the collaboration strong.
Knowledge transfer
- You capture information from projects and other activities and assure the availability and dissemination of the required knowledge.
- You signal patent opportunities and enable the full drafting process of patent applications.
- You translate operational needs into technical improvement plans and define the scope of the R&D efforts needed.
- You perform conceptual design studies for key innovation projects and maturing these designs through pilot trials and upscaling to FEED level design.
Technology owner
- You maintain the knowledge base and skills concerning relevant technologies.
- You assure availability and transfer of the required knowledge to relevant groups in the field of expertise.
- You scout for new technologies, make them applicable to the company.
What does your background and skillset look like?
It’s useful if you recognize yourself in the profile below.
Experience:
- Master’s in chemical engineering, plus several years of professional engineering experience in a polymer plant and/or in a polymer process team.
- Knowledge of polymer productions plants and polymer extrusion technologies.
- Significant practical experience on process safety and quality, able to contribute to process safety and quality activities (Root Cause analysis, HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA).
Knowledge & Skills:
- Experience in design of new processes related to polymer (compound) production, ideally from conceptual design to ready-to-operate.
- Proficiency in working with DCS interfaces and process analysis tools such as Excel and PI.
- Strong communication skills; fluent in English. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Thrives on working in a challenging environment.
At TotalEnergies Corbion, we believe innovation benefits from diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds. If you are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement listed above.
Who are we and what do we offer you?
We offer competitive remuneration and benefits, and your location will be in TotalEnergies Corbion head office in Gorinchem, The Netherlands. The position will require trips to other regions, including Thailand. You will be part of our Global Technology team and work together with colleagues both in the head office and at site in Thailand. Our company is made up of talented, dedicated people – people who share a purpose and a vision.
We offer you the chance to join a global fast-growing company with a mission to create a better planet for current and future generations:
- Culture to empower people and where your initiatives and ideas make a real difference.
- International focus with truly diverse teams.
- Friendly & informal culture in a demanding professional environment
Interested? Get in touch!
We believe a successful hire starts with a good mutual fit. If this role interests you, we’d be happy to discuss the opportunity and answer any questions you may have.
This process starts by submitting your resume and cover letter to the hiring manager, Gerrit Gobius du Sart and Michael Linzey who will guide you through the rest of the process. Feel free to reach out to us for more background or questions!
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