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Successful candidates will provide process engineering expertise in a collaborative environment to enhance the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly operation of the Ammonia plant ...

Ammonia specific Process Engineering experience preferred * Industrial chemical plant or mining ... facility project management experience * PE, PMI certification The physical demands described are ...

Ammonia specific Process Engineering experience preferred * Industrial chemical plant or mining ... facility project management experience * PE, PMI certification The physical demands described are ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time ammonia process engineer in the United States is $92,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFull Time Ammonia Process EngineerFull Time Ammonia Plant Operator
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field; certifications varyHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentDesign, optimize, and troubleshoot ammonia production processes in industrial settingsOperate and monitor ammonia production equipment on the plant floor
ResponsibilitiesProcess development, efficiency improvements, safety complianceEquipment operation, process monitoring, basic troubleshooting

Full Time Ammonia Process Engineers focus on designing and improving ammonia production processes, requiring technical degrees and analytical skills. In contrast, Full Time Ammonia Plant Operators handle daily operations and equipment monitoring, often with less formal education but essential hands-on skills. Both roles are vital in ammonia manufacturing but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Ammonia Process Engineer (Pocatello, ID or Rock Springs, WY)

Ammonia Process Engineer (Pocatello, ID or Rock Springs, WY)

Simplot Company

Pocatello, ID

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


J.R. Simplot rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

178th of 378 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.SummaryThe Process Engineer provides technical support for the ammonia production facility and key unit operations within the Simplot Mining & Manufacturing Division.

This role supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the ammonia plant, with a strong emphasis on steam methane reforming (SMR), reformer operation, and related hydrogen generation processes. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, optimization, process safety evaluations, and improvement projects involving ammonia production, storage, and handling.While this role initially focuses on site level support, it offers future growth opportunities that may include broader leadership in enterprise wide ammonia strategy.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide day to day technical support for SMR, shift conversion, syngas generation, ammonia synthesis, and associated utilities.Evaluate process performance and recommend improvements to increase safety, reliability, efficiency, and throughput.Support troubleshooting of plant upsets, equipment performance issues, and process deviations.Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses.Contribute to Process Safety Management (PSM) activities including PHAs, MOCs, and operating procedure updates.Assist in environmental compliance activities and permitting documentation related to ammonia and SMR operations.Support capital, reliability, and debottlenecking projects by contributing to process design elements such as PFDs, P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and equipment specificationsProvide technical guidance to operations and maintenance teams, including training on SMR and ammonia process fundamentals.Support the development and application of best practices for ammonia handling, storage, and distribution across assigned facilities.Collaborate with senior engineers and site leadership to drive continuous improvement.Typical EducationBachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related technical discipline.Relevant Experience5-8 years of experience in ammonia production, syngas generation, or closely related chemical processes.Direct experience with steam methane reforming is required, including reformer operation, catalyst performance, and heat-balance fundamentals.Familiarity with OSHA 1910.119 and Process Safety Management principles.Experience with process modeling tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS) preferred but not required.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in operations environments.Other InformationThis position reports to the Director of Process Engineering in Pocatello, ID and will provide support to multiple facilities in the Western US.Home office location will have flexibility between production facility locations in Pocatello, ID or Rock Springs, WYTravel is expected to be up to 40-50%, depending on home locationJob Requisition ID:25298Travel Required:Up to 50%Location(s):ABW Frontier Office - PocatelloCountry:United StatesThe J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.#LI-JM1


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The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

Industry

Agriculture

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Boise, ID, US

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