Description
A key client in the environmental services space, specialising in hazardous waste management, is looking to add a plant engineer to its largest process facility in East Chicago, IN.
Who we are
We are a dynamic recruitment and executive search agency that has evolved since our first establishment in 2012. We work with several high-profile clients, start-ups, and SMEs globally to help them source and retain top-tier talent.
The client
A global leader in sustainable waste management and recycling, this company specializes in providing innovative solutions for the treatment, recovery, and reuse of hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Operating across multiple industries, it leverages advanced technologies to minimize environmental impact and promote circular economy principles. With a strong commitment to environmental compliance and safety, the organisation helps businesses meet their sustainability goals while recovering valuable resources through cutting-edge processes like distillation, thermal desorption, and materials reclamation.
Location: On-site, East Chicago, IN
The Role
This role is focused on leading the engineering and technical operations for the companies Solid Distillation System (SDS) units. This role works closely with maintenance, production, safety, and compliance teams to ensure efficient operations and achieve company objectives.
Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards, managing SDS-related projects from design to execution, and compiling technical reports for KPI tracking. The role also involves supporting plant operations through data analysis, operator training, and safety reviews, along with assisting in the development of the annual capital budget. This is a pivotal role in advancing environmental and operational excellence.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Chemical, Industrial, Electrical/Automation, or Mechanical disciplines.
- Minimum of 5 years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience managing small to medium-sized projects and coordinating multiple contractors.
- Knowledge of hazardous and non-hazardous waste treatment technologies, including combustion, incineration, and distillation.
- Strong skills in chemical process development, engineering calculations, and data analysis.
- Expertise in preventive maintenance, as well as electro-mechanical equipment installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
- Comprehensive understanding of project lifecycles, including design, capital management, construction, and commissioning.
- Proficiency in commissioning plants and systems with advanced automation and process instrumentation.
- Ability to develop detailed process flow diagrams, instrumentation diagrams, I/O diagrams, and process control strategies.
- High attention to detail in calculations, design, and operations.
- Ability to work on-site and adhere to the assigned schedule.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and understanding English.
