Process Engineer I

Job Summary

The Process Engineer position exists to support the plant's daily operations and comply with the goals of production, quality, training, yearly/monthly budget, cost reports, safety, environmental, plant start-up, plant shutdowns, regular operation, improvement projects/expansion management.

Responsibilities/ Duties

• Observe and monitor unit process conditions, react to and solve process problems as they occur.
• Provide engineering support for shift and day personnel.
• Monitor products quality; adjust the process conditions to meet quality requirements if needed.
• Continuously study, understand, and update P&IDs.
• Work with the Maintenance group and vendors to troubleshoot equipment issues as they occur.
• Develop procedures and checklists to ensure a safe and effective operation unit.
• Issue Management of Change (MOCs) or B1 Projects for process changes and improvements.
• Create and compile agency reports on an as-needed basis.
• Be active in Operation Clean Sweep, and ensure employees are aware of and accountable for pellet loss prevention, containment, cleanup, and disposal.
• Maintain equipment in such a manner as to eliminate environmental emissions, upsets, or unscheduled shutdowns, which will result in zero non-conformances and zero emissions or releases.
• Assure compliance with all company safety, health, and security programs and practices, including the use of proper PPE in required areas.

Job Requirements

• No prior experience is required, but 1- 2 years of experience in project and equipment management is preferred. Project management and equipment knowledge experience is a plus.
• B.S. Degree in Chemical engineering or other related engineering majors.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Working knowledge of basic heat/material balance and physical/chemical process knowledge or basic electrical/instrumentation system knowledge.
• Personal Computer Skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good business writing ability.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have regular, reliable attendance as well as the ability to work outside the regular schedule as required, including working overtime for time-sensitive projects.
• Demonstrate exceptional teamwork and customer service; behave professionally; treat others with respect and dignity.
• Handle and manage the stress associated with the position, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
• Physical requirements include duties common to a regular office environment.
• Travel to off-site locations or other business functions as needed [requirement to travel means having a valid driver's license and being prepared to drive a motor vehicle and to fly with overnight stays required.