Junior Engineer

Position Overview

The Junior Process Engineer supports the safe, efficient, and consistent operation of the lignin manufacturing plant, including liquid and powder production and packaging processes. This role involves monitoring process performance, analyzing data, and troubleshooting operational issues to maintain stable production. The engineer assists in process improvement initiatives to enhance yield, quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness, while collaborating with cross-functional teams (operations, maintenance, quality, and EHS) to resolve technical challenges. Additionally, the engineer contributes to capital projects, equipment upgrades, and process modifications under the guidance of senior engineers, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards and maintaining accurate process documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor process performance and analyze data.
• Troubleshoot operational issues to maintain stable production.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives to improve yield, quality, and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, quality, and EHS.
• Contribute to capital projects, equipment upgrades, and process modifications ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate process documentation.

Required Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant Engineering experience.
• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Teams.
• Experience with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Critical thinking and effective problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant Engineering experience.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Experience with flow, mass, and heat balances.
• Hands-on experience with process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience with statistical analysis.
• SAP experience.
• Familiarity with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings.
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma.
• Familiarity with distributed control systems (DeltaV or similar).
• Knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations.