Process Engineer I-IV

Compass Minerals Careers•Ogden, UT

About The Position

The Process Engineer is a technical leader responsible for process engineering activities related to the design, operation, optimization, and continuous improvement of the Ogden ponds, SOP, Magnesium Chloride, and Salt production facilities. The role provides technical direction on complex process challenges; leads the development of P&IDs and process specifications; guides safety reviews and process hazard analyses (PHAs); and plans process-development requirements for new technologies. The engineer works with project teams to identify and advance business and safety improvements and implement cost reductions.

Requirements

2–10+ years of experience in industrial mining or plant processing industries.
BS or MS in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering or a related discipline.
Technical expertise in chemical process unit operations and complex process systems.
Experience in process development of existing and/or emerging technologies.
Demonstrated ability to solve complex process problems, prioritize competing work, and make sound technical decisions with limited oversight.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage engineering workstreams on projects while maintaining scope, budget, and schedule.
Ability to work effectively, efficiently, and collaboratively across multiple organizations.
Excellent command of material and energy balance calculations.
Strong experience with plant instrumentation, automation, and control systems.
Practical experience with pumps, piping, and hydraulics.
Ability to travel occasionally within North America.

Nice To Haves

Experience with plant-processing unit operations, including hydrometallurgy, crystallization, solids handling, crushing, grinding, and conveying.
Prior experience in minerals, metals, mining, or industrial manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot complex plant process issues and provide technical guidance and solutions.
Develop and maintain short-term, mid-range, and life-of-operations plans with cross-functional teams, aligning execution with production and business objectives.
Identify and initiate continuous improvement opportunities to improve compliance, safety, quality, productivity, reliability, efficiency, and cost performance.
Establish, implement, and sustain approved engineering processes, procedures, and technical standards.
Lead development of P&IDs and process specifications, guide safety reviews and PHAs, and plan process-development requirements for new technologies.
Manage engineering workstreams on projects while maintaining scope, budget, and schedule.
Perform other related duties as required.