Overview
Process Engineer role at Plantible. Plantible is a vertically integrated biology company focused on unlocking power in plants to help people and the planet. We are beginning with the food industry. We are handling recruitment internally and are not partnering with external recruiters.
Plantible, backed by ventureists, focuses on sustainable and regenerative solutions without compromising quality. Visit our website to learn more about our mission and continued success : https : / / www.plantiblefoods.com /
How You Will Contribute
As a Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in the efficient scale-up design and implementation of processing technologies to improve the performance of our commercial production facility. You will optimize existing process steps and infrastructure, develop new process steps, and scale up the existing facility.
Location : Plantible's commercial production facility in Eldorado, Texas. The candidate is expected to be on-site when engineering support is needed to work with operations teams, construction teams, and contractors. Responsibilities include engineering solutions to enhance performance and robustness of the facility as well as technology transfer and scale-up of new and existing technologies.
What You Will Be Working On
- Continuous Improvement Projects : Analyze process run data to identify potential points of improvement for yield or throughput. Design and implement solutions and coordinate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams. Work with operations teams to address inefficiencies in design, operation, and documentation to ensure smooth facility operations. Provide scaling recommendations and design for the existing facility and future larger productions.
- Technology Transfer : Prepare project documentation including volume and mass balances, budgets, technical and quality specifications, and SOPs. Identify pain points in operations and develop detailed plans to address these issues. Liaison between R&D and operations to balance priorities for successful technology implementation.
What Your Week Will Look Like
Collaborate with the engineering, operations and pilot teams to optimize current processes and scale up new developments.Spend time at the commercial facility working on process improvements and new engineering developments to support successful tech transfers.Develop process designs using process flow diagrams, P&IDs, process narratives, and volume and mass balances.Monitor operations and project progression, resolve issues, and coordinate team activities to maintain the approved schedule.Provide regular written reports and presentations to update management and project engineers on progress and requirements.Control project pace and budget and manage project changes as needed.What You Bring To Plantible
B.S. in Process or Chemical Engineering, or similar.3 to 5 years of experience designing and building food processing systems, operations, or facilities.Hands-on mentality for working with pilot and scale-up equipment and processes.Experience running engineering projects from charter to tech transfer into operations.Curiosity about process performance and plant operations optimization.Ability to collaborate with colleagues in other departments and work independently.Adaptability to changing timelines and priorities.Continuous learner, interested in understanding the complete production process from cultivation to packaging.Choose Plantible Foods
Joining Plantible means contributing to a sustainable future. We are a venture-backed startup with a diverse, entrepreneurial environment. Our team is composed of talented people with different interests and hobbies, creating a rich working environment.
Competitive health and wellness benefitsMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceDiscretionary Unlimited PTO ProgramPaid Holidays401k ProgramCareer StipendCareer development and growth opportunitiesRelocation support if neededTeam building and company-wide eventsPlantible Foods is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Plantible Foods reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.
If you feel your skill set does not meet all listed qualifications for the role, we still encourage you to apply. We may consider you for other current or upcoming roles that may be a fit.
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