Process Engineer

Air Liquide Bulgaria has been on the domestic market since 1999 and is a countrywide recognised gas producer and supplier of technologies, services and gases for the food industry, large industries, healthcare and environment. Air Liquide Bulgaria has a team of 95 employees serving industrial customers.
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
The Process Engineer knows how to operate our production facilities and will be responsible for optimizing and managing the operational processes, ensuring process safety, efficiency and reliability.
He or She will drive continuous improvement in our production capabilities and maintain the highest standards of quality in our operations.
Operational Management
Monitor and optimize daily operations of production facilities.
Ensure that all processes operate within set parameters and comply with IMS standards.
Develop and implement operational procedures and best practices.
Provide technical support and expertise to production staff and other departments.
Responsible for plant start-up after stoppage.
Process Optimization
Analyze production data and KPIs to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
Implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
Conduct root cause analysis and problem-solving for operational issues.
Realize programming in DCS (distributed control system) and ensure APC (automated process control).
Safety and Compliance
Ensure all operations adhere to AL policies and IMS.
Conduct Self-assessment/internal audit to ensure compliance with IMS.
Develop and implement emergency response plans and safety training programs.
Project Management
Lead and support projects aimed at process improvements, capacity expansion, and new technology implementation.
Prepare project plans, budgets, and timelines, and ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
Documentation and Reporting
Maintain comprehensive documentation of processes, procedures, and operational changes (Operating Manuals and SOPs).
Prepare and present regular reports on operational performance, safety incidents, and improvement initiatives.
Ensure accurate and timely record-keeping for compliance and audit purposes.
Ensure and support the MoC process.
Are you a MATCH?
Education: University degree in Operations / EngineeringPrevious experience: Process engineering or operations within the industrial gases, chemicals, or related industry.Foreign language: fluent English
Knowledge and Knowhow Specific to the Job
ASU process knowledge
5+ years experience in process, production, or project engineering
Plant operations experience
Experience working with highly hazardous chemicals at a manufacturing facility
Experience establishing, tracking and driving gap closure with KPIs (Key Performance Metrics) or equivalent.
Working knowledge of DCS (distributed control system) and Process Automation control systems
Management and Behaviour Skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong understanding of safety regulations and best practices
Effective communication and project management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Our Differences make our Performance
At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.