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Position: Senior Hardware Discipline Engineer
Primary Location: Barry (GBR), United Kingdom
At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.
Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.
About You and This Role
This role is part of Dow’s Process Analytical Team - a global team with members at all major Dow production sites. We support Dow's production plants by engineering innovative online analytical solutions for Dow's competitive advantage. Our team is composed of individuals with strong engineering fundamentals, deep technical knowledge of the technologies we use, and excellent project management skills.
As an Analyser Engineer, you will lead technical projects as the Analytical Lead, primarily at the Barry site but potentially across multiple functions and geographies. You will also collaborate with the local maintenance organization to deliver advanced troubleshooting and reliability initiatives.
Responsibilities
1. Participate in capital projects as the Analytical Lead: selecting and applying analytical technology and sample system design, in cooperation with other technical resources, to create value for global businesses.
2. Provide leadership and technical expertise for determining product composition and properties, problem prevention, and identifying, developing, and implementing Most Effective Technology (MET).
3. Offer expertise for high-level troubleshooting and repair of online analytical instrumentation in conjunction with the maintenance team.
4. Coach others on online analytical systems and technology.
5. Develop and update analyser maintenance procedures and PPM strategies.
6. Lead analyser reliability improvement initiatives in conjunction with maintenance.
7. Participate in Global Process Analytical SME groups where appropriate.
8. Develop and manage long-term obsolescence strategies (e.g., GC MGP).
9. Represent Dow in external technology networks and venues.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, engineering, or manufacturing, and experience in manufacturing settings. Over 10 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Your Skills
* Experience with online analyzers (GCs, FTNIR, etc.).
* Deep technical knowledge of relevant technologies.
* Excellent project management skills.
* Advanced troubleshooting and reliability skills.
Additional Notes
This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, contributing to Dow's competitive advantage through advanced analytical solutions. You will be part of a supportive team that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Benefits – What Dow offers you
We invest in you.
Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.
Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:
* Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
* Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
* Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial goals.
* Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
* Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
* Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
* Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
* Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
* Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
* On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
* Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Join our team, we can make a difference together.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023.
As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career.
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