Project Engineer
Job Posting for Project Engineer at Verbio North America
Project Engineer
South Bend, IN
About Verbio
Verbio North America is committed to the principle of sustainability and treats natural resources in a socially responsible and ethical manner. Using the latest technologies developed in-house, we are creating sustainable alternatives for a world whose desire is to move away from fossil fuels. Our business model attempts to ignite change and create platforms where the path to green energy is contagious. The South Bend location was recently acquired by Verbio. We are looking to expand our team and find a highly motivated individual to contribute to the growth in our new plant.
Position Purpose
The Project Engineer will lead and coordinate plant projects, including feasibility, scope development, execution in a safe, timely, cost-effective manner. They will work with maintenance and operations to improve plant reliability by addressing failure/downtime areas with projects and equipment upgrades. Including assisting in optimizing planned turnarounds while playing a key part in envisioning, strategizing, and developing a go-forward plan for the future of the site.
Essential Functions
- Plan and implement investment projects (up to $2M USD)
- Feasibility studies for projects including budgeted estimates and ROI justification
- Coordination and quality control of contractors
- Coordinate handling of all regulatory permitting
- Apply company regulations to ensure projects are launched and completed safely
- Budgeting and milestones plans and tracking of projects
- Develop and foster strong working relationships along the manufacturing and engineering continuum and among other key functional units of the organization.
- Alignment with plant and operations excellence teams
- Participate in development of the final qualification of equipment for sustainability of long-term process capabilities.
- Stay technologically current, keep abreast of leading-edge technology and methods, including automation, to ensure best practices and processes.
Qualifications:
- 4 Year Engineering Degree required, Mechanical or Manufacturing concentration preferred
- Prior project manager / engineer experience, ideally from chemical, oil, or ethanol industry
- High technical proficiency including expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to PowerPoint, Word, Excel, MS Project, Access, and Outlook, Six Sigma, Pro E, CAD, solid works, RCFA, FMEA’s.
- General understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, blueprints, electrical schematics, knowledge of PLC’s, chemicals.
- Experience in vendor relationship management.
- Enthusiastic, self-starter, energetic, organized, and service minded.
- Demonstrated experience indicating effective communication skills, analytical ability, strategic thinking, detail orientation, and ability to make decisions and meet deadlines.
What We Offer
- An interesting job in an ambitious team in a sustainable and growing economic environment
- Competitive compensation package
- Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), vacation and other employee benefits
South Bend Ethanol LLC is the most recent plant acquisition. As a global leader in the renewable energy industry, this will be Verbio’s second US production facility following the successful commissioning of its Nevada, IA plant. The site will be developed over the next three years incorporating Verbio’s advanced engineering and operating technology practices. Verbio intends to expand and develop the plant into a modern biorefinery at an estimated total investment of $230 million.
Our Vision
Energy production from renewable resources is the key component of the world’s future energy mix. Renewable raw materials have the potential to permanently replace fossil fuels and simultaneously solve the problem of surplus agricultural production in North America and elsewhere.
It is VERBIO’s goal to be a leader in 21st century alternative green energy solutions. As we consolidate and expand our position as one of the world’s leading biofuels producers, we will leverage our technologies and the value of agriculture to create renewable and sustainable solutions globally, while pursing solid growth and responsible relationships with our stakeholders: farmers, customers, employees, shareholders, partners, researchers, consumers, governmental entities, and interest groups.
Our Mission
VERBIO North America is committed to the principle of sustainability and treats natural resources in a socially responsible and ethical manner. Using the latest technologies, developed in-house, we are creating sustainable alternatives for a world whose desire is to move away from fossil fuels. Our business model endeavors to ignite change and create platforms where the path to green energy is contagious.
With our fuels cutting greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90% compared to fossil fuels, we are showing the way forward in climate protection. And with a vision for a greener future, we are building strong competence centers and competitive production facilities in different parts of the world, while our employees partner alongside farmers to safeguard the environment for current and future generations.
Our Approach
- Be creative, innovative, ethical, and fast in execution.
- Partner with agriculture to safeguard land and natural resources for future generations.
- Create enthusiasm around sustainability and renewable energy production.
- Empower employees to develop & execute upon big ideas.
- Be good citizens in our local & global communities.
- Never stop technological improvement.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you meet the requirements of this opportunity and want to impact our mission, we encourage you to apply now. Please submit your application on our website at https://www.verbio.us/careers. A resume is required when applying, cover letters are optional and professional references may be requested later on in the hiring process.
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a background check and drug test.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form (I-9) upon hire.
Verbio North America reserves the right to change job descriptions and wage scales at their discretion based on market and company conditions. Positions will be filled based upon experience, prior work history, education, and competency.
Verbio North America is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in is application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s).
Verbio North America is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization. Verbio North America makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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