Process Optimization Engineer - High-Impact Cement Operations

Walker Lovell; Missouri; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-driven compensation

Career progression opportunities

Exposure across plant and logistics operations

Job summary

Walker Lovell is seeking a qualified engineer to take ownership of process performance at a flagship manufacturing site in Missouri. The successful candidate will drive process optimization, improve operational efficiencies, and support plant initiatives.

Must have proven experience in cement or similar industries and a degree in an engineering field. The role offers performance-linked compensation and significant opportunities for career progression within a respected industrial group.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cement, glass, ceramics, or closely related industries.
• Strong technical understanding of pyro-processing and calcination.
• Ability to analyse process data and deliver practical improvements.

Responsibilities

• Drive process optimisation across kiln operations and production systems.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements across fuel usage, airflow, and quality control.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve throughput and reduce waste.
• Support plant operations with technical expertise and troubleshooting.

Skills

Process optimisation

Technical analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Walker Lovell is seeking a qualified engineer to take ownership of process performance at a flagship manufacturing site in Missouri. The successful candidate will drive process optimization, improve operational efficiencies, and support plant initiatives.

Must have proven experience in cement or similar industries and a degree in an engineering field. The role offers performance-linked compensation and significant opportunities for career progression within a respected industrial group.