Bunge · 18 hours ago
Process Engineer
Destrehan, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expBunge is a premier agribusiness solutions provider dedicated to connecting farmers to consumers. The Process Engineer will provide engineering support to improve efficiencies, troubleshoot operational issues, and assist in capital project design while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Food Processing
Responsibilities
Promote safety in the workplace by actively encouraging employees and contractors to work safely by demonstrating safe work habits
Follow Process Safety Management program guidelines and ensure compliance with regulations and Bunge policies
Focus on driing efficiencies by reducing costs without compromising safety
Working with the facility to plan and develop projects for productivity improvement related to Productivity, Quality, Safety, and Environment (PQSE) gap closure while optimizing ‘Key Performance Indicators” (KPI)
Evaluate Lean Sigma opportunities and coordinate and assist with implementation
Provide general technical assistance to operations staff concerning the following: dry material handling, air flows, heat exchange, electricity and power, programmable logistical controllers (PLC), steam generation/use and liquid movement/storage
Collaborate with facility management to define technical needs and CapEx requirements, recommend CapEx projects, evaluate CapEx proposals for technical viability, and assist with development of the project presentations
Assist facility with vendor assessments, OEM equipment evaluations, and assessments of contractors and consulting engineers
Coordinate with local plant management to ensure that projects are in compliance with Federal and State environmental regulations
Interface effectively with other departments such as commercial, safety, accounting, legal, environmental, engineering, QA/QC, and procurement to assist with optimal execution of business needs
Assist with review of production data routinely to ensure accuracy and to analyze for continuous improvements throughout the facility
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, agricultural, electrical, or chemical engineering or equivalent work experience required
3 - 5 years of experience, in plant operations, maintenance and safety is required
Proficiency with applicable computer software packages including AutoCad, Microsoft Word, Excel and Project
Demonstrates mechanical aptitude and interest with strong problem-solving skills
Demonstrates organizational and planning capabilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Has worked on projects of $1M to $2.5M, that are complex projects impacting multiple departments
Has completed projects successfully on time and on budget that met expectations and responsibilities including safety compliance during project construction, during startup and when fully operational
Able to complete lengthy pre-planning including actively reviewing project costs for cost savings opportunities. Quantifiable improvement in KPI efficiency with value creation annually at 250K
Participation in making sure industry's best practice is reviewed on local plant capital and major expense projects
Able to work autonomously with minimal support
Preferred
Knowledge of design codes and government regulations affecting the industry including NFPA 36, NFPA 61, OSHA and EPA
Benefits
Health Benefits – Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
401(k) Retirement Plan – Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
Family Support – Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
Tuition Reimbursement – after one year of service, eligible for tuition expenses reimbursement of up to $5000 per year.
Time Off – Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience + 0 – 9 years: 25 days + 10 – 19 years: 30 days + 20+ years: 35 days
Company
Bunge
Bunge is a global agribusiness and food company operating in the farm-to-consumer food chain. It is a sub-organization of Biodiesel Bilbao.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.05B2025-07-31Post Ipo Debt· $1.3B
2024-09-10Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2021-12-16Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
Leadership Team
Robert Zandoli
Global Chief Information Security Officer & Chief Technology Officer
Julio Garros
Chief Operating Officer
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