James Dowd

James Dowd is an experienced Senior Process Engineer currently at LyondellBasell since August 2022, previously serving as a Senior Production Engineer at Bayer from October 2015 to July 2022. Throughout this tenure, James gained expertise in managing highly hazardous chemical processes, achieving significant cost savings through the development of innovative plans. Notable accomplishments include increasing reactor campaign lengths, improving alarm systems, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines. James has a strong background in project management, having overseen over $5 million in capital projects and led process hazard analyses. Additional experience includes technical support roles at Air Products, emphasizing plant process engineering and system engineering for substantial projects. James holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering, graduating Cum Laude from the University of Delaware in 2012.