Process Engineer; Plant Operations

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Divert is a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies. Founded in 2007, the company provides an end‑to‑end solution that leverages data to prevent waste, facilitates edible food recovery, and transforms unsold food products into renewable energy to power communities. Through this integrated approach to reducing wasted food—Prevent, Provide, Power™—Divert works with customers across the U.S. to reduce wasted food and positively impact people and the environment.

• Own communication and resolution tracking for process performance issues.

• Monitor and review the technical performance of key systems, including anaerobic digesters, RNG production, air scrubbers, centrifuges, and automated equipment.
• Detect and report any deviations or malfunctions to the appropriate subject matter experts and Plant Director.

• Assess the criticality of identified issues based on safety, production, or regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain a prioritized action item list, ensuring prompt attention and frequent communication of all issues through resolution.

• Serve as on‑site point of contact between Plant Operations and centralized or external SMEs in controls/automation; reviewing PLC/SCADA data and ensuring system reliability.
• Coordinate with microbiologists to maintain optimal digester conditions.
• Work with mechanics and chemical engineers on equipment performance, component integrity, and chemical usage.
• Clearly communicate on‑site strategies and constraints to specialized teams.

• Lead technical investigations of process failures to determine root causes and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Issue a written summary of investigations so future failures and incidents can be understood and reported.

• Provide concise, regular updates to management and cross‑functional teams regarding process performance, technical issues, and resolution timelines.
• Ensure clear, efficient coordination between on‑site personnel, external technical vendors, and subject matter experts.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years experience working in a processing facility.
• Exceptionally strong communication skills, written, verbal, and relationship building.
• Ability to travel up to 10% to facilities across the US.

• Compensation range: $120‑135K annually.
• Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective first of the month following hire).
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) with Safe Harbor company match.
• Paid Time Off.
• Opportunities for advancement within a rapidly growing, mission‑driven organization.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Location:
  
  Turlock, CA

Divert Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Divert does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from third‑party recruiters or staffing agencies. Any resumes submitted in the absence of a signed agreement with our HR team will be considered property of Divert and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired. External recruiters should not contact hiring managers or employees directly.