Process Engineer

Troubleshoot issues at operating plants and develop timely, cost-effective solutions. Provide design packages with equipment specifications and P&ID updates. Assist in managing projects to completion, including time tracking. Essential Functions Develop understanding of company processes and customer communication protocols Conduct research to develop new and improved ethanol manufacturing processes, including P&ID and equipment specification development Develop material and energy balances for new and developing processes with input from senior engineers Design plant layouts and assist customers in constructing, controlling, and improving equipment for ethanol processes at industrial scale Analyze operating procedures, equipment, and machinery function to reduce processing time and cost Design processes to control movement and storage of solids, liquids, and gases Design and plan measurement and control systems for ethanol plants based on laboratory, pilot plant, and industrial scale data Determine most effective arrangement of unit operations, balancing process requirements, economic evaluation, operator effectiveness, and safety Lead activities of workers operating and controlling equipment such as condensers, evaporators, pumps, columns, heat exchangers, valves, tanks, boilers, compressors, pipelines, and centrifuges Perform tests and take measurements throughout production stages to determine control over variables such as temperature, density, specific gravity, and pressure Apply chemical engineering principles to solve environmental problems Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline required 3-5 years process engineering or related experience/training required Excellent computer skills using MS Office, Adobe, and AutoCAD Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills Ability to work with minimal supervision after initial training Fluent verbal and written English Honest and integrity-driven Physical Requirements Frequent site visits required; 20% travel required or as needed Current, valid driver's license with no restrictions Ability to sit for extended periods Fine visual acuity for reading accuracy May be exposed to loud noises, wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, toxic chemicals, extreme temperatures May be required to work in high, precarious places #J-18808-Ljbffr Randerson Technical Staffing