Principal Engineer, Pulp Technology

Celanese

Narrows, Virginia, United States
Remote
Pulp and paper process knowledge
Cellulosic polymer chemistry understanding
Troubleshoot process manufacturing issues
Celanese is seeking a Principal Engineer in Pulp Technology to provide technical leadership and expertise in acetate manufacturing operations at its Narrows, Virginia facility. The role requires extensive experience in pulp and paper processes, particularly in high purity cellulose specialties, and involves collaboration across multiple teams to innovate and optimize production technologies

Job Summary

  • The Principal Engineer will provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in pulp technology to support acetate manufacturing operations.
  • This role involves directing laboratory testing of wood pulp supplies and managing the transition of new technologies from pilot plant to production scale.
  • The position requires leading multi-disciplinary teams to qualify new raw materials while ensuring product stewardship and safe manufacturing practices.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Celanese is seeking a Principal Engineer in Pulp Technology to provide technical leadership and expertise in acetate manufacturing operations at its Narrows, Virginia facility. The role requires extensive experience in pulp and paper processes, particularly in high purity cellulose specialties, and involves collaboration across multiple teams to innovate and optimize production technologies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pulp and Paper Process knowledge
  • Cellulosic polymer chemistry understanding
  • Troubleshoot process manufacturing issues
  • Lead multi-disciplinary teams
  • Scale new technologies to production

Nice-to-have

  • Financial acumen in technology deployment
  • Intellectual property development experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with wood pulp sourcing

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or R&D
  • Knowledge of dissolving high purity cellulose specialties

Work Rights

Not specified

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