Process Engineer III
Job Summary SUMMARY This position is responsible for supporting the needs of the operating plants and executing projects related to new product development, cost savings, and improvements in plant capacity and yield. The yield projects include improvement of existing processes and projects related to the development of byproducts. Additionally this position is responsible for conducting plant audits and is involved in the daily operational activities and needs for each plant area as it relates to assigned projects. The Process Engineer III also supports training and familiarization of new processes and procedures to SGI’s operating plants.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES Execute duties in an efficient and safe manner
Execute projects related to cost savings
Calculate cost savings potential
Execute projects related to plant capacity improvement
Execute projects related to yield improvement
Work with in house R&D on new product development
Direct testing at vendor locations
Define equipment and process specifications for new products
Define scope and process flow related to new products
Input and review of engineering design plans
Provide start up assistance to new processes or changes to processes
Conduct annual Coloring Plant audits including improvement recommendations and reporting
Provide support to plants on technical issues and/or questions
Maintenance of Process Flow Diagrams
Perform other duties as assigned
Competencies Adaptability
Communication
Decision Making
Emotional Intelligence
Facilitating Change
Follow‑Up
Influencing Others
Innovative Thinking
Judgment
Planning and Organizing
Problem / Opportunity Analysis
Leading Teams
Technical knowledge/skills in Mineral Processing including crushing/screening (intermediate knowledge)
Coatings application process (entry knowledge)
Project Management, Planning, and Scheduling (entry to intermediate knowledge)
Material handling (entry to intermediate knowledge)
Engineering / equipment design (entry to intermediate knowledge)
AutoCAD preferred, not required
Computer (intermediate knowledge)
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) (intermediate knowledge)
Google (G‑Suite) (intermediate knowledge)
Analytical and problem solving skills (intermediate knowledge)
Leadership/Supervision: Must have the ability to lead a team and work well in difficult and time‑pressure situations
Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5+ years industrial/manufacturing process engineering experience, preferably mineral processing.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer‑sponsored visa.
Physical Requirements Computer, ability to make oral presentations
Lifting objects up to 50 lbs.
Standing or sitting for extended periods
Extended or irregular hours
Bending, climbing, kneeling, stooping, walking on uneven terrain
Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment and work outdoors in temperature extremes
Work Conditions Office, travel, and outdoors/indoors within a Process Plant and Mine environment.
Travel: 30–50% domestically.
EEO Statement SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate’s qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833‑HR‑XPERT.
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