Process Engineer

Overview

Seeking a Process Engineer I to support front-line plant operations and continuous improvement initiatives for a leading industrial manufacturing organization based in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri
. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining process stability, investigating deviations, improving efficiency, and supporting day-to-day production within a large-scale lime manufacturing environment. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

• Support daily plant operations by monitoring process performance, identifying deviations, and troubleshooting operational issues
• Maintain and improve process stability by developing and managing key process control parameters
• Analyse production data and apply statistical tools to identify variation, improve efficiency, and reduce cost
• Work closely with operations teams to understand process behaviour and correct deviations from target conditions
• Collaborate with Process Controls Engineers to utilise PLC systems and reduce process variability
• Lead or support root cause analysis investigations and implement corrective actions
• Support Quality activities including measurement system analysis and Gauge R&R studies
• Train and support operators in performing product testing and quantitative analysis
• Lead or participate in process review meetings to align operations teams and maintain performance standards
• Support equipment outages, inspections, and planned maintenance activities to ensure process reliability
• Assist with small capital projects ($25k–$100k), including process input, execution, and commissioning support
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all activities

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Up to 5 years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing, or industrial operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of process engineering fundamentals, including process control and variation reduction
• Ability to interpret process data and apply statistical methods to improve performance
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across operations, engineering, and maintenance teams
• Comfortable working in a plant-based, hands-on environment

• Experience in lime, chemical, or heavy industrial manufacturing environments
• Exposure to process control systems (PLC systems) and process optimisation tools
• Experience with statistical process control or data-driven improvement methods
• Background in quality systems, measurement analysis, or Gauge R&R
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies

• Strong development opportunity within a large-scale industrial manufacturing site
• High level of hands-on exposure to plant operations and process engineering challenges
• Opportunity to take ownership of process improvement and variation reduction initiatives
• Collaborative environment working closely with operations, maintenance, and quality teams
• Clear progression opportunities within engineering and technical functions
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with company contribution
• Paid time off and holiday allowance
• Training and development opportunities