Engineer 3, Decatur | Primient
About the RoleThe Engineer 3 sits within the Engineering Technical Track and provides engineering expertise to optimize plant operations through process design, troubleshooting, and efficiency improvements. This role moves beyond troubleshooting to designing and specifying plant operations, taking ownership of process improvements that impact multiple unit operations. The Engineer 3 operates with greater autonomy, overseeing complex projects, driving plant-wide optimizations, and mentoring junior engineers. This role collaborates cross functionally to drive standardization, reliability, and best practices across sites, supporting Primient's commitment to safety, excellence, integrity, and growth.
Primary Responsibilities- Engineering Project Execution: Lead and contribute to moderately complex engineering projects, designing and implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality. Oversee end-to-end executing, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
- Technical Leadership and Mentorship: Serve as a key technical resource, providing guidance and instructions to junior engineers, operators, and cross-functional teams. Support the development of technical expertise within the plant by mentoring less-experienced engineers.
- Cross Function & Multi-Plant Collaboration: Collaborate with engineers, production teams, and leadership across sites to drive operational consistency, share best practices, and troubleshoot plant-wide challenges. Engage with external partners and vendors to implement solutions.
- Process Optimization & Troubleshooting: Analyze process performance data, identify inefficiencies, and develop independent solutions to optimize energy consumption, material usage, and production throughput. Work proactively to design process enhancements rather than reacting to troubleshooting alone.
- Regulatory & Compliance Standards: Ensure engineering projects and process changes comply with environmental, safety, quality, sustainability, and internal/external regulations. Maintain awareness of evolving industry regulations and implement necessary adjustments.
- Data-driven Decision-Making: Collect, analyze, and report operational data to identify performance gaps, generate insights, and recommend process improvements. Use benchmarking and cross-plant comparisons to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Primary ResponsibilitiesKnowledge - Process Design (Material & Energy Balance, Fluid Dynamics, Process Control, Thermodynamics, Material of Construction & Compatibility, Equipment Sizing)
- Technical expertise in engineering principles in applicable areas
- Knowledgeable about project workflow and disciplines involved
- Expertise in business systems (i.e. Microsoft Office, Outlook, SAP, CATS, Gensuite, etc)
- Safety & environmental regulations and best practices
Skills - Excellent written and verbal communication
- Project management of complex projects
- Implementation of process changes and engineering improvement
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Root cause analysis
- Cross-functional leadership and coordination
- Documentation
Mindsets- Data driven
- Collaborative
- Technical Curiosity
- Innovative
- Goal-oriented
- Attention to safety, quality, sustainability
- Operational excellence
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Economic consideration
Required and/or Education/Certification- BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Bio, Electrical Engineering or a related field from ABET accredited institution (required)
- Master's Degree in Engineering or a related field. (preferred)
- Certification in Six Sigma, Green Belt or Black Belt, and Lean Manufacturing (preferred)
Required and/or Preferred Work Experience- 5+ years of experience in engineering in related field (preferred)
- Experience leading optimization and cost reduction initiatives, including capital projects. (required)
- 5+ years of experience in engineering in a continuing manufacturing environment. (preferred)
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies. (preferred)
Total RewardsThe annual pay range estimated for this position is $101,819.20 - $127,274.00 and is bonus eligible.
Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- Competitive Pay
- Multiple Healthcare plan choices
- Dental and vision insurance
- A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
- Paid holidays & vacation
- Floating days off
- Parental leave for new parents
- Employee resource groups
- Learning & development programs
- Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future
Career Path & CulturePrimient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.
Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.
