Process Technology Engineer

About the role

As a Process Technology Engineer you will join a highly innovative team in Shanghai, working on the continuous improvement and development of specialty chemical production processes. You will receive intensive on‑the‑job training and quickly take ownership of complex technical tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Optimize, develop and plan processes and plants in close collaboration with production teams.
• Execute small‑scale investment and optimisation projects within Evonik’s existing facilities in China and internationally.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives as part of continuous development.
• Lead interdisciplinary process development projects.
• Create innovative process concepts and methods for specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Plan, coordinate and carry out experiments in laboratory, pilot‑plant or production environments.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in process technology, chemical engineering or a related natural science.
• Ideally more than 10 years of experience in the petrochemical or specialty chemicals industry.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• High self‑motivation, flexibility and creativity.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work within a global expert group.

Required skills

What we offer

• Work in an ultra‑modern, creative environment with expert colleagues.
• Performance‑related compensation and clear development pathways.
• Extensive training and opportunities for personal and professional growth.