Senior Process Engineer – Chemical Manufacturing

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission. 

The Role: 

Entegris Canada - Toronto is currently seeking a Senior Process Engineer – Chemical Manufacturing to join our team. The person will serve as a technical leader responsible for advancing manufacturing process performance across multiple product lines. The successful candidate will lead complex troubleshooting efforts, process optimization initiatives, and continuous improvement projects while interacting cross-functionally with R&D, Scale-Up, Quality, EHS, and Maintenance teams. The position reports to the Manufacturing Operations Manager. 

The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with a hands-on approach to problem solving, leveraging data analytics, digital tools, and emerging AI capabilities alongside continuous improvement methodologies to enhance manufacturing performance. This role offers the opportunity to support new product commercialization and provide technical leadership that helps position our manufacturing operations for long-term growth and success. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Serve as a technical leader supporting manufacturing operations across chemical production processes, driving improvements in safety, quality, reliability, capacity, and cost effectiveness. 

• Lead investigations into process deviations, equipment issues, and product non-conformances, utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions. 

• Support process hazard reviews and management of change activities to ensure safe and sustainable manufacturing operations. 

• Partner closely with R&D, Scale-Up, Quality, EHS, and Maintenance teams to ensure reliable execution of manufacturing processes. 

• Support technology transfer, scale-up activities, and commercialization of new products from development through full-scale manufacturing. 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, statistical analysis, and process optimization tools to improve process capability, throughput, yield, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). 

• Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing documentation, including standard operating procedures, control plans, risk assessments, and training materials. 

• Analyze manufacturing and quality data to identify trends, establish process controls, and improve process robustness through data-driven decision making. 

• Explore and deploy practical applications of AI and digital technologies to accelerate technical problem solving, improve process understanding, and enhance manufacturing performance. 

• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to operators while fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous learning. 

What We Seek: 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, or an advanced degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline. 

• Strong technical foundation in batch unit operations, distillation operations, reaction chemistry, chemical process development, or manufacturing technology. 

Experience 

• 5+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process engineering, or manufacturing technology. 

• Proven track record of leading complex troubleshooting efforts, process optimization projects, and manufacturing performance improvement initiatives. 

• Experience applying statistical and engineering tools, including SPC, DOE, process capability analysis, and software such as Minitab or JMP, to solve technical challenges and improve process performance. 

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies. Green Belt or Black Belt certification is considered an asset. 

• Experience working within quality systems and regulated manufacturing environments, including change control, risk assessments, investigations, and process documentation. 

• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and effectively communicate technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders. 

• Experience with Aspen, AutoCAD, PFDs, P&IDs, Instrumentation and Process Safety Management