Project Engineer

Southern Ionics•West Point, MS

69d•Hybrid

About The Position

Southern Ionics is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to take on a variety of responsibilities in our growing company. This role offers a unique chance to engage in diverse, impactful projects, spanning from process design to operational support, while working in a tight-knit team where your contributions will directly influence business success. In a small organization like ours, you won’t be siloed into one area—you’ll gain exposure to a broad range of duties that will keep you challenged and engaged.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering, with a focus on project management, operations, or process design.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written) to effectively collaborate across disciplines and present technical information.
Proven leadership and decision-making abilities, with a demonstrated ability to manage multi-discipline projects.
Proficiency in MS Office, with knowledge of VBA programming being a plus.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Flexibility and adaptability to take on a wide range of tasks, from fieldwork and supervision to detailed technical analysis in a small-company environment.
Solid understanding of engineering theory and design principles.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of VBA programming

Responsibilities

Lead the design, specification, procurement, installation, and start-up of new facilities, process equipment, site improvements, and other operational upgrades. This includes scope development, equipment selection, contractor management, and cost control.
Provide vital technical support to plant operations, including process design, troubleshooting, and identifying areas for improvement.
Oversee the operation of pilot-scale facilities for the development of new products and processes as required by business demands.
Conduct mass and energy balances, perform hydraulic analysis for equipment sizing, process modeling, and heat transfer calculations.
Ensure project designs incorporate inputs from Environmental, Transportation, and Safety teams.
Regularly update project stakeholders and company management with summaries, timelines, and progress reports.
Oversee plant/process construction projects, including traveling to job sites.