Engenheiro de Processos (M/F/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Process team, composed of 14 people, is integrated in the Industrial department and focuses on Improvement of our process in collaboration with several teams,  specially with the Production Team.
• As a Process Engineer, you will work on developing optimization projects with focus on Solvents units performance increase, raw material and energy reduction, production increase and safety improvements. Support the production and maintenance on the daily troubleshooting and be responsible for safety and environmental studies
• You will be accountable for:
  • Conduct mass and energy balance, industrial tests, and process simulations to support improvement studies.
  • Design and optimize process equipment and piping, including pumps, heat exchangers, and reactors.
  • Lead studies to improve steam and raw material optimization, quality, and capacity in production units.
  • Support daily production challenges and conduct safety studies (HAZOP) and pressure relief calculations.
  • Interface with suppliers to implement new technologies in the process.

We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode.

About you

• Degree level in chemical engineering
• Abilities with process simulation tools (Aspen Plus / Hysys / EDR)
• Experience on process studies including unity operation from chemical engineering or production support
• English and Portuguese advanced
• Competencies:
  • Calculation abilities
  • Problem resolution involving other peoples
  • Leadership and organization to work with multi-disciplinary team
  • Safety concern as a value
• Behaviors:
  • Initiative and creativity
  • Communication and planning abilities

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Brazil base pay reasonably expected for this role is R$ 114.000,00 to R$ 142.500,00 (with harzard pay already included), your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.