Project / Process Engineer

Trucent Renewable Chemicals seeks a dynamic and successful Sales Manager to join their growing team. Created in 2020 as subsidiary of Trucent, Inc. a 25-year-old leader in sustainability solutions across North America, Trucent Renewables uses the most advanced technology to produce oleochemicals from a variety of vegetable oils. Our proprietary process allows us to produce a wide range of chemistries that offer our customers the ability to develop custom blends that best suit their needs. Moreover, this is all accomplished by way of a process that is uniquely sustainable, producing fewer greenhouse gases and using less water than conventional production methods.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Engineer to help design and optimize chemical processes for the production of various products. This includes helping with installations, troubleshooting, development and lead critical projects.

We are ready to act immediately on those candidates who are the best fit for the role. You'll first hear from someone in Talent Acquisition and then the next step will be a personal interview with our Hiring Manager.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Develop complete layout and engineering drawings of a variety of components and assemblies such as schematics, interconnect lists and parts breakdown from notes, rough sketches or general instructions.
• Contribute design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operation and product quality.
• Design and develop chemical processes for manufacturing facilities.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to ensure safe and efficient production processes.
• Optimize existing processes to increase productivity and reduce costs.
• Perform material and energy balance calculations.
• Monitor process conditions, troubleshoot issues, and recommend improvements.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of chemical plants or laboratory equipment.
• Conduct experiments, analyze data, and report findings to senior management.
• Collaborate with project teams, including other engineers, technicians, and safety personnel.
• Stay updated with the latest research and technological advancements in the field of chemical engineering.
• Determine scaling, utilize necessary reference planes, centering and dimension lines, hidden line interpolations, and sectioning.
• Coordinate plans, details and specifications with other vendors.
• Support manufacturing and assembly operations to help realize design objectives.
• Source and oversee contracts and service providers for functions such as construction, electric, parking, security, etc.
• Evaluate and advise on business initiatives that improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the facility.
• Ensure basic facilities are well-maintained and conduct proactive maintenance. Plan and oversee all repair and installation activities.
• Identify and secure proper tools, machinery, and other physical resources to enable peers to fulfill their responsibilities and ensure efficient and accurate production in the facility.
• Ensure facility meets compliance standards and government regulations.
• Guarantee building meets safety, environmental, and health standards set forth by Trucent, OSHA, and the BWC.

Position Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Experience:

• 5 years of Project & Process Engineering experience. Industry experience preferred (e.g., pharmaceuticals, energy, petrochemicals)
• Vacuum distillation experience a plus

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings. Familiarity with industry standard equipment.
• Proficiency with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Solid understanding of plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, and other industrial utilities.
• Aptitude for business principles including budgeting, strategic planning, and resource allocation.
• Exceptional organizational skills; proficiency in utilizing, improving, and developing record keeping systems, activity logs, etc.
• Knowledge of safety (e.g. OSHA, BWC), environmental, and quality standards and ability to implement and enforce those standards and follow related protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with fellow team members, vendors, governmental agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Proven ability to solve problems and think critically.
• Ability to establish and successfully meet deadlines, prioritize, and utilize time management skills.
• Experience in facility planning and maintenance operations.
• Flexibility and motivation to be on-call and work weekends, evenings, etc. when necessary to complete projects and meet deadlines.

Travel Requirements:

• 5%; primarily to Dexter, MI headquarters