Plant Engineer: Drive Efficiency & Compliance

Big River Resources, LLC; West Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Big River Resources, LLC seeks a Plant Engineer to initiate and support facility improvement projects at the home plant, enabling safe and efficient operations. The role focuses on continuous improvement initiatives across the facility and collaboration within the Big River group.

The engineer will drive production efficiency, monitor data, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FSMA, and process safety requirements. On-site at the designated facility with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Engineering or similar technical degree with relevant experience (Chemical/Mechanical preferred).
• At least 2 years in engineering, chemical, or processing environments; dry-mill ethanol plant experience a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; strong data analysis skills (JMP or similar).
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication abilities for 24/7 operations.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, support, and execute projects to improve production, efficiency, yield, and operating costs.
• Review data to monitor production and quality and identify improvement opportunities.
• Troubleshoot operational challenges and implement short/long-term solutions.
• Coordinate with Efficiencies Team and serve as a facility technical resource for compliance (OSHA, EPA, FSMA).
• Maintain updated plant drawings, balances, and block flow diagrams; assist on-site contractors and travel as needed.
• Support 25% travel to other Big River facilities for larger projects and training.

Skills

Engineering degree

2+ years experience

Data analysis (JMP)

Microsoft Office

Change agent mindset

On-site work

Travel readiness

Effective communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Big River Resources, LLC seeks a Plant Engineer to initiate and support facility improvement projects at the home plant, enabling safe and efficient operations. The role focuses on continuous improvement initiatives across the facility and collaboration within the Big River group.

The engineer will drive production efficiency, monitor data, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FSMA, and process safety requirements. On-site at the designated facility with travel as needed.