Hydrite · 1 day ago
Senior Project Engineer
Hydrite is a company where people matter and they are looking for problem-solvers to join their growing team. The Senior Project Engineer will support plant operations by improving existing production processes and introducing new ones, while also performing project engineering activities related to new processing equipment.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree is required; preferably in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 10 years of Process Engineering and/or Project Engineering experience in chemical-processing industry preferred
Minimum of 5 years of capital project management experience (interfacing with contractors)
Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word, and Excel required
Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English
Preferred
Prefer to have additional education in Project Management
Proficiency in AutoCAD and pipeline-sizing programs preferred
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.
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
Company
Hydrite
At Hydrite we are family driven, financially strong, and looking for problem solvers to join our growing team.
Funding
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2025-09-29
2025-08-19
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