Senior Process Engineer

Piper Maddox is partnering with a leading renewable energy producer in the waste-to-value energy sector, operating one of the largest on-farm anaerobic digesters at its facility in Indiana.

They are looking to bring on a Senior Process Engineer to support plant operations, process optimization, and continuous improvement.

This is a hands-on, onsite engineering role for someone who enjoys troubleshooting complex processes, improving plant performance, and taking ownership of projects from identification through implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor key process variables, production KPIs, and equipment performance to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and uptime.

• Troubleshoot process deviations and equipment issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.

• Develop and maintain PFDs, SOPs, standard work, and other process documentation.

• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on plant optimization, automation, efficiency, and equipment uptime.

• Support SCADA, PLC, and control systems by reviewing systems, troubleshooting issues, and identifying opportunities for automation improvements.

• Support process safety initiatives, including PSM, PHA, HAZOP, HAZCOM, and Management of Change (MOC) programs.

• Participate in the planning and implementation of business and process expansions.

• Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams while operating independently with a strong sense of ownership.

 
Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.

• 5+ years of experience in a Process Engineering role.

• Strong experience with process improvement, plant optimization, troubleshooting, and operational performance.

• Experience working with process variables such as flow, temperature, and pressure, as well as developing operating and training documentation.

• Experience developing PFDs, SOPs, and process systems/documentation.

• Strong understanding of SCADA, PLCs, and control systems; programming experience is a plus.

• Experience within RNG/biogas, renewable energy, power generation, oil & gas, wastewater, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or another industrial process environment.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Willingness to work 5 days per week onsite.