Lead Production Engineer

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. 

About you and this role

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Production Engineer at our Plaquemine, Louisiana site.

Dow Production Engineers serve as a vital resource for Operations by applying technical skills to optimize plant operations, resolve plant problems, and enable safe and efficient production of low cost, quality productions.

This role is aligned to the Diamond Infrastructure Solutions (“Diamond Infra”) company and will be seconded from Dow to Diamond Infrastructure Solutions until January 1, 2027.  At that time, the role will become directly aligned to the Diamond Infrastructure Solutions Company. 

Responsibilities

• Respond urgently to Gulf Coast Pipeline (GCPL) issues and emergencies. Act as a technical expert during unplanned events and drive implementation of effective corrective and preventative actions. Track unplanned events (UPEs) and keep department’s tracker up to date.
• Serve as project manufacturing representative on small Department of Transportation (DOT) projects.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and other regulations like PHMSA.
• Provide technical support to the area technicians on operational and maintenance issues.
• Participate in Process Safety initiatives like LOPA Revalidation, LPP Gap Assessment, SIS Assessment etc.
• Develop scope for major maintenance projects & provide engineering support for the successful shut-down, construction, and start-up activities.
• Work with commercial group to identify and execute opportunities. Determine asset capability for gas scheduling/planning purposes.
• Coordinate outages to make necessary pipeline adjustments.
• Participate in audits for Department of Transportation/Railroad Commission RCC), Environment Health & Safety, LA Department of Natural Resources and the Technology Center. 
• Elevate and appropriately apply knowledge of pipeline and technology. Study historical data convene with Tech Center or other SMEs to foster technical knowledge and effective troubleshooting. Investigate reliability issues for pipeline components/systems.
• Ensure Most Effective Technology (MET) is understood and utilized, and that process automation is used as a tool to optimize plant performance. Challenge/escalate MET application and assumptions when better solutions arise.
• Partner with the experts to perform advanced troubleshooting and improve operating discipline. Diagnose and document root causes of unplanned events in responsibility.
• Understand why specific procedure steps and precautions are needed and keep a strong field presence to reinforce the importance.
• Report all events that could have a negative effect on the product quality.  
• Demonstrate and validate expertise through a certification and on-boarding process that includes:
  • Fundamental principles (mass balance, energy balance, pressure, temperature), technology, and process safety knowledge.
  • Time on shift and in the field with the operations team.
  • Gulf Coast Pipeline knowledge (including various pipelines, stations, equipment, process control technology).
  • EHS - Life Critical Standards and key environmental information for their unit.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering required. Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree preferred.
• At least 6+ years of engineering, manufacturing, or related experience required.
• Must have a current, valid, United States driver license. Will drive to various sites within Louisiana approximately 15% or more.
• Able to walk on right of ways and uneven ground surface.
• DOT and RRC experience preferred.

• Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. Fo