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We are family driven. 

We are financially strong.

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.  

BENEFITS

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive 
• Three Weeks Starting Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

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Senior Engineer

The primary purpose of this position is to perform project engineering activities including the design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and start-up of new processing equipment at the Waterloo, IA facility Also, support plant operations by improving existing production processes and introducing new production processes. 

As a Senior Engineer, primary responsibilities include:

• Leads and supports Hydrite's Safety Vision, Mission, and Values.
• Promote safety in all aspects of operations to improve the safety record at this facility and throughout the company; includes work performed by contractors.
• Perform project-engineering activities that include the design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and start-up of new processing equipment or systems. 
• Continuously evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements to the plant processes and operating procedures.
• Promote the production of products that meet or exceed customer expectations, e.g., through participation in audits and investigations.
• Lead engineering efforts to support the Environmental, Health and Safety Manager to ensure site compliance with state and federal regulations and standards (OSHA Construction & General Industry standards, OSHA PSM, RMP, RCRA, DNR, EPA, Title V/PSD, OCPSF, Dept. of Commerce, NFPA and NEC standards).
• Coordinate and direct process hazard analysis, which includes PHA level selection and completion of the required checklists/templates and engineering MOC action items associated with the introduction of new products/processes.  Basic data requirements include mass & energy balances/process kinetics, current equipment lists and drawings, process flow diagrams, relief vent sizing calculations, etc. per the OSHA PSM defined element.
• Lead engineering efforts to support Food Safety and SQF initiatives and projects.
• Support Sales and Marketing activities and provide technical assistance through interfaces with customers.
• Support daily production activities by monitoring process performance, trouble-shooting problems, and, as needed, implementing corrective actions.
• Uphold Hydrite's Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers.
• Create operating procedures and training for new equipment and processes.
• Assist in leading and mentoring the activities of process/project engineers and engineering co-ops & interns.
• Assist in the proper maintenance of plant equipment as a technical resource.
• Work with site management to maintain workload balances.  Provides back-up support as necessary.
• Supports effective communication with all Hydrite departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.
• Assist, mentor, and direct the activities of junior engineers.  Guide the development of engineering personnel and performance through the use of daily communication and performance evaluations.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• This position reports to the Regional Engineer Manager

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL CRITERIA

• A Bachelor's degree is required; preferably in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Prefer to have additional education in Project Management.
• Minimum ten years of Process Engineering and/or Project Engineering experience in chemical-processing industry preferred.
• Minimum of five years of capital project management experience (interfacing with contractors).
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word, and Excel required.  Proficiency in AutoCAD and pipeline-sizing programs preferred.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit and/or stand up to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairways up to 40 feet in height on an occasional basis.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for ten hours per day.
• Must be able to travel as needed and work outside of normal business hours.
• Occasional 12 to 16 hour workdays may be required as a result of travel or project related activities.
• Occasional turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching
• Due to safety concerns, the wearing of contact lenses is prohibited.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

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