Lead Engineer, Chemical Processing CI

Entegris is currently seeking a Lead Chemical Processing Engineer to join our Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing team.   

In this role, you will play a critical role in driving process excellence, operational efficiency, and sustainability within specialty chemicals manufacturing. This role is focused on optimizing reactor-based processes, improving yields, reducing waste, and strengthening the development and governance of manufacturing master data. The engineer will partner closely with Operations, Process Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and EHS to identify, prioritize, and execute improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, cost, and delivery performance  

What You’ll Do 

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement across specialty chemicals manufacturing operations. 

• Lead cross-functional improvement projects aligned with site and division-level performance goals. 

• Standardize best practices and drive adoption of consistent manufacturing and operational excellence tools. 

• Develop and implement reactor optimization strategies to improve throughput, yield, energy efficiency, and cycle time. 

• Lead yield improvement and waste reduction initiatives. 

• Lead improvement efforts related to manufacturing master data including BOMs, routings, and recipes. 

• Use data-driven analysis to identify variability drivers and implement sustainable process controls 

What We Seek 

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or similar technical field or related experience is required. A Master’s degree is a plus. 

• Demonstrated experience (5+ years) of increasing responsibilities within a global, multicultural, multi-location organization serving a high technology industry. 

• Proficient with reaction/distillation/separation processes and critical control parameters. 

• Experience with statistics and statistical software 

• Proficiency with SAP Enterprise software and Microsoft Office Suite 

• Ability to travel up to 30% 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 

• Excellent sales and customer service skills. 

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

Why Work at Entegris 

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. 

Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an 

organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office. 

What We Offer 

 Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. 

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match 

• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs 

• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year 

• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge 

• Education assistance to support your learning journey 

• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence