Production Engineer

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

Shape the Future of Advanced Silicone Manufacturing

At Dow, we're not just producing materials. We're creating innovative silicone solutions that enable a more sustainable future across industries ranging from mobility and electronics to healthcare and construction.

We are looking for a Production Engineer to join our Silicone Manufacturing team in Seneffe, Belgium . This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who wants to see the direct impact of their work in a world-class manufacturing environment while developing expertise in process technology, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

As a Production Engineer, you will work at the heart of our operations, turning complex technical challenges into practical solutions that improve safety, reliability, sustainability, and productivity. You will partner closely with operators, technical experts, maintenance specialists, automation engineers, and manufacturing leaders to optimize processes and drive innovation on the plant floor.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, and making a tangible impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

- Partner with Production and Operations teams to provide technical expertise that drives safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations.
- Lead process optimization and asset performance initiatives by applying engineering principles, leveraging operational data, and utilizing process automation and Most Effective Technology (MET) practices.
- Drive troubleshooting and root cause investigations, implementing sustainable corrective and preventive actions to enhance reliability, productivity, and operational excellence.
- Collaborate with Dow's global network of technical experts and manufacturing specialists to solve complex process challenges and deliver innovative solutions.
- Maintain a strong field presence to build operational insight, support front-line teams, and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, and plant performance.
- Analyze process trends, alarm histories, production data, and key performance indicators to proactively identify risks and optimize operations.
- Act as a technical resource during plant upsets and unplanned events, enabling safe decision-making and fostering continuous improvement across the production unit.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred, in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Initial experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment; experience within the chemical industry is an advantage.
- Fluent in French with a good command of English.

Your Skills

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to transform data into practical and sustainable solutions.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and organizational levels.
- Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals, including process engineering, mass and energy balances, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and process control.
- Curiosity and a continuous learning mindset, with a genuine interest in manufacturing processes and operational excellence.
- Ability to prioritize effectively and make sound technical decisions in a dynamic production environment.
- Strong ownership, accountability, and commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
- Flexibility to participate in an on-call rotation and provide technical support outside regular working hours.

Additional Notes

- Join a collaborative and innovative manufacturing team where your technical expertise and ideas will directly contribute to plant performance, operational excellence, and business success.
- Gain exposure to advanced silicone manufacturing processes while working alongside experienced operations and engineering professionals.
- No relocation or visa sponsorship is available for this role.
- Please submit your application in English.

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.  Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).

- Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.

- 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.
- Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
- 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.
- Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
- 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.
- Additionally, some of our locations might offer: Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
- Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
- Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

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 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting   www.dow.com .

As part of our dedication to inclusion, 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. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com .