Senior Project Engineer - Renewables

The Andersons, Inc.; Clymers (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; 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 Senior Project Engineer to lead the planning and management of capital projects in our ethanol production plant. The successful candidate will apply advanced engineering skills to create accurate project estimates and ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.

Ideal applicants will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 5–10 years of relevant industrial experience. This position offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience in an ethanol plant or similar biofuels operation strongly preferred.
• Experience leading or supporting capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop reasonable and cost-effective project and electrical estimates.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.
• Evaluate and identify all equipment, materials and other resources required.

Skills

Engineering expertise

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

The Senior 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop reasonable and cost-effective project and electrical estimates.
• Maintain appropriate 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.
• Achieve predicted cost, timing, and functional outcome.
• Act as technical resource for reviewing existing assets and proposed projects, providing guidance on risks and benefits.

Competencies

• Manages conflict effectively.
• Communicates effectively across audiences.
• Delivers good and timely decisions.
• Directs work, provides direction, delegates and removes obstacles.
• Resourceful: deploys resources efficiently.
• Self‑aware: uses feedback and reflection for personal insight.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience in an ethanol plant or similar biofuels operation strongly preferred.
• Experience with similar industrial processes (chemical or continuous processing).
• Experience leading or supporting capital projects, including construction and implementation phases.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and oversee external engineering vendors, reviewing and validating engineering designs, specifications, and deliverables.

Physical Requirements & Working Environment

Work is performed in a 24/7 ethanol production plant. Requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and using a computer. Frequent exposure to adverse weather, dust, fumes, and noise. Must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: accrued vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and more.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance coverage.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Andersons, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. The company conducts drug, alcohol, and/or medical testing of applicants and employees as required.