Plant Safety and Compliance Engineer | PrimientAbout PrimientPrimient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.Looking to speed the progress of your engineering career Join a market a leader in ingredient manufacturing that is investing in people, plant and technologies. About the RoleOur Plant Safety and Compliance Engineer role is fundamentally important to Primient plant operations. We list “Safety” first in our values because our greatest priority is caring for our people and the environment. You can make a high-profile impact by realizing new opportunities to enhance our Environmental, Health and Safety processes.Your development will be enhanced by working alongside expert colleagues in a highly collaborative team environment. You’ll also join our structured development program: the Engineering Ladder. As your skills and experience grow, so will your responsibilities and impact.QUALIFICATIONSBS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.Minimum of three years engineering experience in a Chemical Process Safety or Combustible Dust setting.About YouWe are looking for engineers who strive for excellence and are eager for more responsibility:Strong project management skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detailWorking knowledge of basic chemical unit operations and Process Safety Management (PSM) systems.Experience with Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA) and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) a plus.Deep understanding of codes and standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, ASME, API) also a plus.Key responsibilities: Plant Safety and Compliance EngineerCoordinate Compliance efforts in line with OSHA, ASME, NFPA, Process Safety Management (PSM)and EPA Risk Management Plan (RMP) rulesWork Capital projects both large (>$1m) and small ($Responsible for Dust Hazards (revalidation scheduling, analysis, risk reduction, training)Provide regulatory interpretation and technical support for site projectsProvide oversight to MOC by maintaining and auditing MOC and Pre-Start Up Safety Review (PSSR) records and proceduresLead and manage key engineering projects to improve process and/or combustible dust safety.Embed safety culture in our EHS Management System at the facilities and develop local knowledgeDrive process safety culture improvements to reduce impacts to personnel from process hazards Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the operating processes on site.Conduct, support and coordinate process and dust safety activities such as audits, incident investigations, and training.Provide regulatory interpretation and technical support on process safety matters and site projects, including pressure vessel repair, tank repair, machine guarding, and RAGAGEP interpretaion Coach and mentor employees on their responsibilities with respect to process safety.Knowledge of RAGAGEP (Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practice) pertinent to continuous process manufacturing facilitiesOther duties as assignedIt is useful, but certainly not essential, if you have experience in chemical processes or production.Working with us in LafayetteLafayette is home to one of our longest standing corn milling Primient plants. Lafayette prides itself on their strong links to the surrounding local communities. At Lafayette, there is a family feel combined with a strong focus on safety, excellence, and improvement. Lafayette is one of the most environmentally friendly sites of its kind in the country, having switched from coal power to natural gas.Home to Purdue University, the Lafayette metropolitan area has a population of nearly a quarter of a million and is located 60 miles northwest of Indianapolis and 125 miles southeast of Chicago. Central Lafayette has an urban feel, with greener suburbs surrounding it. There is a diverse and vibrant cultural scene, with many independent restaurants and shops, plus numerous festivals through the summer.Total RewardsThe annual pay range estimated for this position is $94,480.80 - $118,101.00 and is bonus eligible.Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities.During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:Competitive Pay Multiple Healthcare plan choices Dental and vision insurance A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions Short- and Long-Term Disability Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans Paid holidays & vacation Floating days off Parental leave for new parents Employee resource groups Learning & development programs Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our futureCareer Path & CulturePrimient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingWe are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. 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