Divert · 1 month ago
Process Engineer (Plant Operations)
Lexington, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expDivert is a circular economy company focused on preventing food waste through innovative technologies and infrastructure. The Process Engineer will serve as a key contact for Operations teams, ensuring effective communication and implementation of best practices across facilities while monitoring and addressing process performance issues.
RecyclingSustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
Monitor and review the technical performance of key systems, including the anaerobic digesters, RNG production, air scrubbers, centrifuges, and automated equipment
Detect and report any deviations or malfunctions to the appropriate subject matter experts and Plant Director
Assess the criticality of identified issues based on their potential impact on safety, production, or regulatory compliance
Develop and maintain a prioritized action item list, ensuring prompt attention to the most urgent matters and tracking and communicating frequently all issues through resolution
Serve as the on-site point of contact between Plant Operations and centralized or external SMEs in:
Controls/Automation – reviewing PLC/SCADA data and ensuring system reliability
Biological Processes – coordinating with microbiologists to maintain optimal digester conditions
Mechanical/Chemical Systems – working with mechanics and chemical engineers on equipment performance, component integrity, and chemical usage
Clearly communicate on-site strategies and constraints to specialized teams, enabling rapid and accurate troubleshooting
Lead technical investigations of process failures to determine root causes and ensure corrective actions are implemented
Issue a written summary of these technical investigations so future failures and incidents can be understood and reported to engineering SME and Plant Operations for other preventative actions
Provide concise, regular updates to management and cross-functional teams regarding process performance, technical issues, and resolution timelines
Ensure clear, efficient coordination between on-site personnel, external technical vendors, and subject matter experts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
5+ years experience working in a processing facility
Exceptionally strong communication skills, written, verbal and relationship building
Ability to travel up to 10% to facilities across the US
Benefits
Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)
Life Insurance
401K with Safe Harbor company match
Paid Time Off
Opportunities for Advancement with a Rapidly Growing, Mission-Driven Organization
Company
Divert
Divert provides sustainable infrastructure solutions that eliminates waste from the retail industry.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$102.71MKey Investors
Enbridge
2023-03-01Private Equity· $100M
2018-01-02Undisclosed· $2.71M
Leadership Team
Nick Whitman
Co-Founder & COO
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