Process Engineer | PrimientAbout PrimientPrimient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.Looking to speed the progress of your engineering career Join a market a leader in ingredient manufacturing that is investing in people, plant, and technologies. About the RoleOur Process Engineerrole provides the opportunity to build out your experience and expertise. You’ll quickly gain exposure to wide-ranging challenges, technologies, and processes. You can make a value-adding difference to both process improvement and capital project execution.Your career development will be enhanced through working alongside expert colleagues in a highly collaborative team environment. You’ll also join our structured development program through our Engineering Ladder, a clear out-line of what steps are available. As your skills and experience grow, so will your responsibilities and impact.Production Engineer > Staff Process Engineer > Process Engineer > Senior Engineer> Principal Engineer > Snr Leadership Key responsibilities: Process EngineerConducts and/or participates in engineering projectsMonitors day to day production resultsTranslates process to flow sheet representationDesigns and specifies operation of plant processesAssists in preparing proposals. Develops findings, draws conclusions and makes recommendations. Prepares engineering reports, cost estimates and process transmittals.Contributes to the design of moderately complex engineering projects or handles parts of a major project.Contributes ideas for safer, less expensive or new techniques whether or not situation is related to a specific project.Is responsible for meeting engineering assignments within time and budget constraints.Maintains technical skill and knowledge at state of the art level.Works with other engineers and production personnel at other plants, as well as their home location. Contacts or visits other manufacturing facilities as necessary. Has contact with Sales, Marketing and Accounting, administrative functions and suppliers and professional organizations.Provide technical supervision and instructions to process operators. Assists entry level professionals in procedural as well as technical matters.Work on a wider range of troubleshooting problems; use basic knowledge of the process and creative thinking to solve problems and recommend corrective action.About YouWe’re looking for engineers who strive for excellence and are eager for more responsibility. Bachelors of Science in Chemical/ABE Engineering, Mechanical, or related engineering field5-7 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Working knowledge of basic chemical unit operations and PSM systems.It is useful, but certainly not essential, if you have experience in:Chemical processes or productionExperience in Corn Wet Milling or Food ManufacturingNatural gas or steam tube dryers, rotary vacuum filters, dewatering presses, centrifugal separationExperience with pollution control device specifications (scrubbers, stacks, RTOs)Working with us in LafayetteLafayette is home to one of our longest standing corn milling Primient plants. Lafayette prides itself on their strong links to thesurrounding local communities. At Lafayette, there is a family feel combined with a strong focus on safety, excellence, and improvement. Lafayette is one of the most environmentally friendly sites of its kind in the country, having switched from coal power to natural gas.Relocating to Lafayette (or our region)Home to Purdue University, the Lafayette metropolitan area has a population of nearly a quarter of a million and is located 60 miles northwest of Indianapolis and 125 miles southeast of Chicago. Central Lafayette has an urban feel, with greener suburbs surrounding it. There is a diverse and vibrant cultural scene, with many independent restaurants and shops, plus numerous festivals through the summer.Total RewardsThe annual pay range estimated for this position is $94,480.80 - $141,721.20 and is bonus eligible.Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities.During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:Competitive Pay Multiple Healthcare plan choices Dental and vision insurance A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions Short- and Long-Term Disability Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans Paid holidays & vacation Floating days off Parental leave for new parents Employee resource groups Learning & development programs Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our futureCareer Path & CulturePrimient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingWe are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. 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