Project Engineer - Renewables

The Andersons, Inc.; Clymers (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer matching

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance coverage

Job summary

The Andersons, Inc. is seeking a Renewables Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and manage plant capital projects from concept to completion at our ethanol plant. You will prepare accurate estimates, identify equipment and resources, and ensure regulatory compliance across all phases.

This role requires a degree in engineering, 3–5 years in industry, and a track record in capital projects. You will work with external vendors and internal teams to deliver cost-effective, on-time results in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• 3–5 years’ relevant experience required in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience in an ethanol plant environment or similar biofuels operation preferred.
• Experience leading or supporting capital projects, including construction and implementation phases.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and oversee external engineering vendors, including reviewing and validating engineering designs specifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide reasonable and cost-effective project and electrical estimates.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.
• Evaluate and identify all equipment, materials, and resources required for project completion.
• Oversee the development of layout and drawings needed for project management.
• Manage projects to meet cost, schedule, and functional outcomes.
• Act as a technical resource for reviewing existing assets and proposed projects.

Skills

Engineering

Project management

Capital projects

Vendor coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree

Job description

As a North American leader in agribusiness and renewable fuels, The Andersons operates in a unique space, bringing together agriculture, energy, and global markets. From the farm to customers around the world, we help move food, feed, and fuel where it’s needed most. Our business spans the full value chain, which means the work we do directly supports farmers, customers, and communities every day. Whether it’s helping producers succeed, delivering essential products, or advancing more sustainable energy solutions, our impact is both local and global. What truly sets us apart is how we work together. We are a performance-driven, people-powered organization where employees are owners, sharing in our success and helping shape our future. We invest in our team through development opportunities, meaningful career paths, and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At the core of everything we do is our Statement of Principles. We are committed to providing extraordinary service to our customers, helping our employees improve, supporting our communities, and increasing the value of the company for our shareholders.

About The Andersons, Inc.

The Andersons, Inc., is a diversified company rooted in agriculture that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com.

Position Overview

The Renewables Project Engineer applies advanced engineering expertise to plan, coordinate, and manage plant capital projects from initial concept through completion. This role develops accurate and cost-effective project and electrical estimates while identifying required equipment, materials, and resources to ensure successful execution. The position maintains a strong understanding of applicable codes and regulations to ensure compliance throughout all project phases. Responsibilities include overseeing the development of layout and detailed drawings to support effective project planning and implementation. The Senior Project Engineer is accountable for achieving project objectives related to cost, schedule, and functionality, while proactively identifying risks and mitigation strategies. Additionally, this role serves as a technical resource, evaluating existing assets and proposed projects to provide guidance on associated risks and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide reasonable and cost-effective project and electrical estimates
• Develop and maintain an appropriate level of knowledge of applicable codes and regulations
• Evaluate and identify all equipment, materials and other resources required for physical completion of projects
• Oversee the development of layout and detail drawings needed for project management
• Project Management achieving predicted cost, timing, and functional outcome.
• Technical resource for reviewing existing assets and considered projects, providing the appropriate guidance related to risk and benefit.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Requires in-depth knowledge and experience
• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions
• Works independently; receives minimal guidance
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience

Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level

• Manages Conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively and with a minimum of noise
• Communicates Effectively - Develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Directs Work - Providing direction, delegating and removing obstacles to get work done
• Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required, Master’s Degree preferred 3-5 years’ relevant experience required in an industrial or manufacturing environment

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience working in an ethanol plant environment or similar biofuels operation strongly preferred
• Experience with similar industrial processes such as chemical or other continuous processing environments
• Experience leading or supporting capital projects, including construction and implementation phases
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and oversee external engineering vendors, including reviewing and validating engineering designs specifications, and deliverables

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

Work is performed in a 24x7 Ethanol production plant

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer

This position involves frequent exposure to adverse weather conditions, dust, fumes and noise

Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required

Benefits

• Paid Time Off including Accrued Vacation, Floating Holidays, Sick Time, and more
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance coverage

#LI-CG1 Disclaimer: The Andersons, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and consider candidates without regard to any status protected by law, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We also prioritize a safe and healthy workplace. The Company maintains a drug-free work environment and may require drug, alcohol, and/or medical testing depending on the role. To ensure a consistent hiring process, The Andersons, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies that do not have a formal agreement in place and is not responsible for any related fees. Finally, we want to help you stay informed and safe during your job search. Please note that The Andersons only uses company email addresses, which contain “@andersonsinc.com” or\"@theandersons.com\", to communicate with candidates via email. If you are contacted by someone about an open job at The Andersons, please verify the domain of the sender’s email address. If something seems unusual, we encourage you to verify communications and report any concerns through [e-mail] The Andersons, Inc., is a North American agriculture and renewable fuels company that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com