Process Technology Engineer - Estane NA

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.   As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

 

Location: Becksville / Wickliffe

Job Type: Full-Time / On-Site

Travel: Yes, both domestic and international

How You’ll Make an Impact

As a Process Technology Engineer-Estane NA, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving  innovation and capability advancement in Lubrizol’s Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) manufacturing.  This role actively challenges the status quo and identifies, validates, and deploys innovative technologies and methods that improve process capability, product quality, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage to Lubrizol. The engineer leads efforts to identify and validate forward-thinking Most Effective Technologies (MET), accelerates new product and process development, and closes competitive gaps through experimentation, digitalization, and advanced problem‑solving approaches. A critical part of the role is generating high‑quality technical documentation to strengthen knowledge retention and accelerate capability growth across Lubrizol’s global manufacturing network. In this role, you will:

 

Most Effective Technology (MET):

• Develop the Most Effective Technology (MET) by Benchmark current practices and external technologies and identify high-impact MET opportunities.
• Develop technology roadmaps that push the envelope of TPU manufacturing.
• Implement MET to enhance process capability, product quality, and operational efficiency metrics.

Process & Product Development

• Lead or support transformative improvements of existing processes, using advanced problem-solving and digital tools like statistical data analysis, data modeling, and AI agent-assisted analysis, to unlock performance.
• Support new-product scale-ups through structured experimentation (DOE) and pilot trials that push the boundaries of material performance, manufacturability, and speed-to-market.

Manufacturing Authorization (MA) Support

• Provide Process Technology support to the MA process to enable safe, reliable scale-up of new products and process changes.
• Reinforce Lubrizol’s safety culture by ensuring the execution of operational risk assessments and the Management of Change (MOC) process for raw material and process equipment changes. Identify hazards, define safeguards, document training requirements, and verify controls and procedures before startup.

Technical Documentation & Knowledge Transfer

• Produce clear, well-structured documentation, capturing results, learnings, and future improvement opportunities - helping institutionalize innovation and accelerate onboarding of future engineers.
• Develop and maintain technical standards that support MET deployment and codify best practices across the global network.

 

Required Qualifications and Experience that Enable Your Success.

• Bachelors Chemical/Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

• 8+ more years of experience chemical, polymer, or specialty manufacturing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams across global locations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; capable of producing high‑quality technical documentation.
• Experience in use of advanced problem-solving tools like DOE, SPC, Minitab/JMP, modeling, AI.
• Flexibility to attend occasional off-hour meetings with global team members.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

• Advanced Degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry or related field
• 12+ Years of experience in Chemical /Polymer/TPU Process Technology

 

Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

 

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

 

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
  Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

   

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Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You. For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.  We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.