Cement Process Engineer
First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
Euclid Chemical is a fully owned subsidiary of RPM International (NYSE: RPM), one of the world's largest coatings companies. With over 110 years of experience, we provide innovative solutions to the construction and restoration markets through our extensive range of treatments, sealants, coatings, sealers, and decorative products. Recognized as a 2024 NE Ohio Top Workplace by Energage, Euclid Chemical prides itself on fostering a people-first culture that values collaboration, respect, and growth.
Summary: The Cement Additives Process Engineer plays a pivotal role in driving business growth and profitability through strategic technical support and contribution to the sales process. This position is tasked with providing technical support and expertise of the cement manufacturing process to our cement additive sales team and customers. Proficiency in this role requires exceptional cement manufacturing, analytical, and communication skills to collaborate seamlessly with internal teams at Euclid Chemical and build strong, lasting relationships with external cement customers – both active and potential customers. This is a remote position, with Euclid Chemical's main campus located in Ceveland, OH.
Responsibilities:- Serve as a technical ambassador for the Euclid Chemical cement additive sales team.
- Subject matter expert to provide feedback and troubleshooting information for customers.
- Act as a technical expert on the latest cement manufacturing technologies, equipment, and best practices to maintain Euclid Chemical's competitive edge.
- Deliver customer support through industrial trials, mill audits, special projects, data analysis, and detailed reporting to retain existing customers and attract new ones
- Compile and analyze industrial trial process data, and prepare detailed reports providing conclusions and action items from industrial trial runs.
- Keep thorough and updated records of activity history with active and potential cement additive customers.
- Design and execution of plant industrial trials and mill audits.
- Maintenance and operation of portable pump equipment inventory to utilize during industrial trials.
- Collaborate with the Cement Additives Technical Manager and Cement Lab Manager to develop new products and enhance existing lines based on market trends, competitive analysis, and industrial trial results.
- Work collaboratively with Euclid Chemical Cement Additives Lab team in the development and improvement of laboratory ball mill methodologies for testing materials.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical or mechanical) or chemistry - master’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cement manufacturing process control or quality management.
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of cement manufacturing, cement chemistry, and raw and finish mill circuit operation.
- Basic understanding of cement additives chemistries.
- Ability to interpret lab outputs (e.g., XRD, clinker microscopy, isothermal calorimetry, and physical test results) to develop customer-specific strategies and product recommendations.
- Proficiency with cement standards (ASTM, CSA, etc.).
- Strong knowledge of milling equipment, particle classifiers, circuit configurations, and pyro processes for optimizing clinker performance.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office computer software: Excel, PowerPoint, Word. Basic knowledge of MS Outlook, Teams, Edge Internet Browser.
- Knowledge of industry trends, including low clinker content cement production and co-grinding with alternative materials.
- Data analysis and report writing skills.
- Communication and interpersonal skills.
- Leadership and team management capabilities.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- The ability to design and execute plant industrial trials and mill audits.
- Willingness to travel as needed for customer meetings and plant industrial trials (up to 50%).
Why join our team? Euclid Chemical offers an attractive package for personnel, company benefits include but are not limited to:
- Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
- Life Insurance
- Short Term/Long Term Disability
- Parental Leave
- 401k with company match
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Vacation and holiday time
- A company vehicle or car allowance
Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000 plus annual company bonus program
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.
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