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support engineer

Solenis LLC

Owensboro, KYFull-time$70–103K/yrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$70–103K/yr
Location
Owensboro, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

Solenis LLC is hiring a support engineer. Solenis seeks a Support Engineer to assist pulp and paper customers by optimizing chemical treatment programs, maintaining equipment, and delivering technical expertise that enhances mill performance, reliability, and product quality while collaborating with operations and account teams.

Key focus areas include Conduct routine testing, monitoring, and analysis of pulp and paper manufacturing processes and chemical treatment programs., Support wet-end, retention, drainage, strength, deposit control, and water treatment applications to ensure optimal mill performance., and Troubleshoot process upsets, quality issues, and equipment performance concerns in partnership with customer personnel..

Important skills include Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Customer Relationship Skills, Work Independently, Support Multiple Priorities, and Troubleshoot Pumps. Preferred (not required): Optimizing Chemical Treatment Programs, Maintaining Process Equipment, Technical Expertise, and Routine Testing.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer Relationship SkillsWork IndependentlySupport Multiple PrioritiesOptimizing Chemical Treatment ProgramsMaintaining Process EquipmentTechnical ExpertiseRoutine TestingMonitoringAnalysis of Pulp and Paper Manufacturing ProcessesWet-End ApplicationsRetention ApplicationsDrainage ApplicationsStrength ApplicationsDeposit Control ApplicationsWater Treatment ApplicationsTroubleshoot Process UpsetsTroubleshoot Quality IssuesTroubleshoot Equipment Performance ConcernsAnalyze Operating DataManage Chemical InventoriesMaintain Chemical Feed SystemsCalibrate Chemical Feed SystemsTroubleshoot Chemical Feed SystemsMaintain PumpsCalibrate PumpsTroubleshoot PumpsMaintain InstrumentationCalibrate InstrumentationTroubleshoot InstrumentationPrepare Service ReportsCommunicate Service ReportsPrepare Performance UpdatesCommunicate Performance UpdatesPrepare Improvement RecommendationsCommunicate Improvement RecommendationsCollaborate With Account ManagersUnderstanding of Paper Machine OperationsUnderstanding of Process ChemistryUnderstanding of Mill Support FunctionsMechanical Aptitude

Qualifications

2-20 Years ExperienceHigh School Diploma/G.E.D.2+ Years Experience in Pulp & Paper Manufacturing2+ Years Experience in Specialty Chemicals2+ Years Experience in Process Engineering2+ Years Experience in Related Industrial EnvironmentValid Driver's LicenseWillingness to Travel

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Experience Required

2 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$70,250.00 - $103,026.00 / yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

For additional information about Solenis, please visitwww.solenis.comor follow us on social media.

The Support Engineer is responsible for supporting pulp and paper customers by optimizing chemical treatment programs, maintaining process equipment, and providing technical expertise that improves mill performance, reliability, and product quality. This position works closely with customer operations, maintenance, and production teams to deliver measurable results and long-term customer value.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct routine testing, monitoring, and analysis of pulp and paper manufacturing processes and chemical treatment programs.

Support wet-end, retention, drainage, strength, deposit control, and water treatment applications to ensure optimal mill performance.

Troubleshoot process upsets, quality issues, and equipment performance concerns in partnership with customer personnel.

Analyze operating data and provide recommendations to improve productivity, efficiency, and product quality.

Manage chemical inventories and support product deliveries to ensure uninterrupted customer operations.

Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot chemical feed systems, pumps, instrumentation, and monitoring equipment.

Prepare and communicate service reports, performance updates, and improvement recommendations to customers and internal stakeholders.

Collaborate with Account Managers to ensure customer satisfaction, business retention, and identification of growth opportunities.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in pulp & paper manufacturing, specialty chemicals, process engineering, paper science, or a related industrial environment.

Strong understanding of paper machine operations, process chemistry, or mill support functions preferred.

Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot pumps, feed systems, instrumentation, and related equipment.

Strong analytical, communication, and customer relationship skills.

Ability to work independently in a manufacturing environment and support multiple priorities.

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the assigned territory.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]

The expected compensation range for this position is between $70,250.00 and $103,026.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at 1-888-756-2701.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R0030719

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