Ethanol Process Engineer II

Energy Jobline ZR; Colwich (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Process Engineer to support ethanol production facilities. You will develop PFDs/P&IDs, specify equipment, and optimize plants to reduce energy use and waste while improving yields.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years in biofuels/process engineering, strong CAD and process-simulation skills, and a detail‑oriented mindset aligned with teamwork and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering or related technical field.
• 3–5+ years in process engineering (biofuels/ethanol) with PFD/P&ID development, equipment specification, and plant optimization.
• Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with AutoCAD and process simulation packages (e.g., Aspen/ChemCAD).
• Meticulous attention to detail, clear written and verbal communication, ability to work independently after an initial training period.
• Values alignment with Collaboration, Humility, Ownership, Innovation, and Stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Develop a basic understanding of ICM processes and issue information to customers.
• Conduct research to develop new and improved ethanol manufacturing processes, including PFD/P&ID and equipment specifications.
• Develop material and energy balances for new processes with input from senior engineers.
• Lead design and planning for equipment to carry out ethanol processes on industrial scale.
• Analyze procedures and equipment to reduce processing time and cost.
• Design processes to control movement and storage of solids, liquids, and gases.
• Plan measurement and control systems for ethanol plants based on data from labs, pilots, and operations.
• Determine optimal unit operation layouts balancing requirements, economics, safety, and operator effectiveness.
• Lead workers operating equipment to achieve desired chemical or physical changes.
• Perform tests and measurements to monitor control over variables like temperature, density, and pressure.
• Apply chemical engineering principles to solve environmental problems.

Skills

Process engineering

PFD/PID

AutoCAD

Process simulation

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Aspen/ChemCAD

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Process Engineer to support ethanol production facilities. You will develop PFDs/P&IDs, specify equipment, and optimize plants to reduce energy use and waste while improving yields.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years in biofuels/process engineering, strong CAD and process-simulation skills, and a detail‑oriented mindset aligned with teamwork and integrity.