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This role focuses on chemical process design, troubleshooting, scale-up, and supporting Process Safety Management (PSM). Responsibilities include documenting processes, leading improvements, supporting automation systems, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and operational performance.\nExplosives Process Engineer Essential Job Functions:\nProvide process and equipment engineering support for energetic-material manufacturing, including DCS and automated process controls.\n\nDefine and document manufacturing processes, including P&IDs, SOPs, Mechanical Integrity Procedures, Block Flow Diagrams, and Mass Balances.\n\nPartner with manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, quality, and safety teams to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.\n\nLead projects focused on safety, process optimization, cost reduction, continuous improvement, and OSHA PSM compliance.\n\nMaintain explosive testing procedures, technician training, and technical documentation for government-contract compliance.\n\nSupport DOT testing, equipment safety assessments, formulation development, and scale-up from lab to production.\n\nConduct statistical analysis, support root-cause investigations, and participate in cross-functional improvement initiatives.\n\nExplosives Process Engineer Requirements:\nBachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering.\n\nMinimum of five years of relevant experience.\n\nStrong interpersonal, communication, organizational, teamwork, time-management, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.\n\nStrong communication, leadership, and analytical skills, with proficiency in technical writing, presentations, and Microsoft Office.\n\nExperience in batch processes, energetics, pharmaceuticals, or the ammunition and firearms industry preferred.\n\nProject management experience and working knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements preferred.\n\nExperience with AutoCAD Inventory, SolidWorks, Infinity, Minitab, SAP, Siemens PCS7, or similar control systems preferred.\n\nPossess a valid driver’s license, and travel up to 10%.\n\nPhysical and work Environment Requirements:\nThis position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. \n\nThis position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.\n\nThe position requires the ability to safely access and navigate an operating industrial facility, and requires the ability to walk, work, and stand on various surface conditions for extended periods of time, including asphalt, rock, gravel, uneven terrain, metal grating, and metal plate overlays; as well as climb stairs, ladders, and access elevated platforms throughout site units. \nThis role includes exposure to outdoor conditions, including varying temperatures, heat, and humidity during site inspections and field activities. \nThe role requires use of appropriate PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, flame-resistant clothing, respirator, and steel-toe boots. \nThe role may require extended standing/walking; occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and lifting up to 35 pounds.\nEssential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, consistent with applicable law and safety requirements.\n\nStrong Careers Grow Here\nRooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package\nOlin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.\n*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or an equivalent program from an international university. \nOlin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. 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