Industrial Plant Engineer

Feed Energy • Des Moines, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Feed Energy works at the intersection of feed, fuel, and agriculture, building a nearly four-decade legacy of stewardship in various industries. We support how America nourishes its people and powers its economy. Our team is made up of growth-minded individuals, who are dedicated to transforming global practices in feeding and fueling, driving innovation across the industries we serve. We create circular economies, developing sustainable, low-carbon products and processes. Join us if you're looking for a dynamic environment to contribute to shaping a sustainable future for feeding and fueling the world.

We help feed the world by providing safe, energy-based nutrition solutions.
Creativity - Stewardship - Impact - Integrity - Healthy Relationships

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering
• 3+ years of process engineering or related experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and reports
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to work well across teams
• Experience improving production processes, supply chain flow, or plant efficiency

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with fluid flow systems, separation processes, or chemical processing is a plus

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations to improve production processes, material flow, quality, and overall efficiency
• Research, design, and support process and equipment improvements using sound engineering principles
• Lead and coordinate process engineering projects, ensuring they stay on track and deliver results
• Investigate equipment and process issues, identify root causes, and recommend practical solutions
• Support the specification, ordering, and installation of replacement equipment within repair and maintenance efforts
• Help monitor reliability and provide regular insights on performance and opportunities for improvement
• Review repair and maintenance spending and help ensure work stays aligned with budget expectations
• Develop scopes of work, coordinate contractors, and help confirm work is completed as intended
• Provide process engineering support to an additional production location as needed, including support with P&IDs, BFDs, and SOP development
• Work closely with R&D and Quality to implement process improvements that meet product and safety standards
• Help establish and audit quality control checkpoints in the plant
• Provide technical support to the operations team to help optimize production
• Develop best practices and new ideas to improve production rates and product quality
• Test and validate system upgrades to ensure improvements meet expectations
• Help leaders understand project timelines, costs, and risks so they can make informed decisions
• Support risk assessments and help build clear process documentation and operating instructions
• Train operators on new processes, equipment, and controls
• Support Safe Feed/Safe Food expectations by following all policies and taking action if issues arise
• Live out company values in everyday interactions

Benefits

• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Generous 401(k) match up to 6%
• Profit-sharing available to all employees
• Continuing education support and development opportunities
• Annual wellness reimbursement to support your health and well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level