Production Engineer

 

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the transportation, industrial applications, and consumer markets through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you.

 

Location: Pasadena (Bayport site), TX

Travel: None

Job Type: Full-time; On-site

 

How You’ll Make an Impact

As a Production Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation by acting as a technical resource for Asset Operations, providing engineering support to help operational work teams run safe, efficient, environmentally compliant, and reliable operations. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. In this role, you will:

• Understand the unit’s technology, equipment and process control, providing subject matter expertise to the unit. 
• Work with other technical roles and plant personnel to meet business and plant goals.
• Support and follow the work process and standard work practices required by the site and unit.
• Ensure the required operating discipline, best practices and technology are implemented to optimize and improve unit performance and production.
• Improve unit operating discipline and plant operating procedures.
• Implement Management of Change (MOC) as necessary.
• Assist in troubleshooting and facilitates training of operating personnel in trouble shooting skills.
• Network with reliability, maintenance and improvement engineers to resolve issues, identify improvement opportunities, and leverage technology and best practices into the unit. 
• As requested, train and communicate process technology and technical information to plant personnel. 
• Lead and contribute as required in root cause investigations for unplanned events per site and unit guidelines and requirements. 
• Lead and support targeted process and productivity improvement teams.
• Understand and apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) technology. 
• Understand and close unit asset utilization operational performance gaps. 
• Maintain a personal development plan with guidance from leadership to continuously learn and develop.

 

Required Qualifications that Enables Your Success

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Engineering.
• 4+ years of operational engineering experience within a chemical plant.
• Experience with leading projects and working with cross-functional teams.

 

Preferred Qualifications that Drives you Forward

• Co-ops or internships experience.

 

Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.

 

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

 

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus opportunities
• 401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusiv