• Chemical Engineer

    Actalent (Kansas City, MO)


    Role Overview

     

    This role is a unique opportunity for a technically skilled and collaborative engineer to drive meaningful improvements across four chemical process operations. Rather than focusing on daily operations, this position emphasizes mid- to long-term initiatives that enhance reliability, documentation, training, and compliance. You’ll work cross-functionally with experienced and newly integrated team members, contributing to a dynamic environment shaped by recent organizational changes.

    Key Objectives

    + Clear backlog of technical and operational action items.

    + Support and implement process reliability and training improvements.

    + Drive long-term enhancements in documentation, safety, and compliance.

    Responsibilities

    + Partner with site technical and operations teams to resolve outstanding PHA, MOC, and optimization action items across 1–4 chemical processes.

    + Validate and report environmental data for permitting and annual compliance.

    + Review and enhance plant documentation, including procedures and P&IDs, to improve clarity and usability.

    + Develop and execute pressure safety design packages.

    + Collaborate with engineering teams to scope and plan process and reliability improvement projects.

    + Contribute to the development and refinement of plant training programs.

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related engineering discipline.

    + Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments.

    + Strong understanding of chemical processes and risk management (OSHA PSM/EPA RMP).

    + Proven ability to lead small teams and work independently.

    + Excellent communication skills—both technical and non-technical.

    + Intermediate proficiency in relevant software tools.

    Top Skills

    + Chemical Engineering

    + Process Improvement

    + Continuous Improvement

    + Lean Manufacturing

    + Technical Documentation

    What Makes This Role Exciting

    + Variety & Impact: No two days are the same—work on diverse projects with cross-functional teams.

    + Growth & Learning: Be part of a team that values curiosity and continuous improvement.

    + Team Culture: Blend of long-standing experts and fresh perspectives from recent organizational changes.

    + Strategic Focus: Contribute to shaping the future of operations, not just maintaining the present.

    Additional Details

    + Work Type: Onsite (Kansas City)

    + Team Structure: Mixed tenure—some long-standing members, others new post-DSO reorganization.

    + Reason for Opening: Staffing changes and a backlog of projects; role supports both clearing backlog and future planning.

    + Conversion Potential: Possible extension; no immediate conversion planned.

    + Ideal Candidate Background : Strong technical foundation, adaptable, collaborative, and eager to learn—industry-specific experience (e.g., pharmaceutical or chemical) is a plus but not required.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, MO.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.