Process Engineer

The Process Engineer position is a key contributor to the continuous improvement engineering and plant operations teams. This position is responsible for improving the plant’s operating processes as well as planning and executing capital projects.

Process Efficiency:
Process modifications to improve product quality, reduce costs, improve reliability, and improve safety. This is a hands‑on, continuous improvement position.

Collect data, perform trend analysis, and make recommendations to improve or maintain product quality & consistency.

Work with the Maintenance Engineer to improve PLC capabilities.

Provide engineering leadership and assistance to operations and maintenance including: establishing operating parameters, developing best operating and maintenance practices, troubleshooting, assist with evaluation of equipment failures and technical recommendations for repairs and upgrades.

Capital projects:
Process engineering support for capital project scope development.

Provide technical assistance in order to develop and implement Mechanical Integrity /Quality Assurance, and reliability programs for equipment.

Identify and test new process equipment, develop flow sheets, write feasibility reports, complete cost estimates, write capital projects, and direct the startup of new process equipment.

Additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelors' Degree Engineering (mechanical or chemical preferred) or equivalent in experience required.

Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or World Class Manufacturing techniques.

Experience with Instrumentation systems / programs.

Exceptional organization and communication skills.

Good computer skills, Microsoft Office applications, with PLC programming familiarization a plus.

Ability to blend coaching, managing, and recruiting to effectively drive improved results, and strengthen the operation’s team.

Execute strategic capital projects.

Lead teams and direct efforts of contractors.

Passion for results and demand for excellence.

• Job Identification 514
• Job Category Engineering & Scientific
• Posting Date 05/19/2026, 05:07 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 150 Coal Canyon Rd, Lovelock, NV, 89419, US (On-site)

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke‑and drug‑free workplace.