Process Engineer

Heartwell Renewables, part of the Love's Family of Companies, is a renewable diesel (RD) production facility located in Hastings, Nebraska. It was established to produce low-carbon intensity RD and distribute it to retail fueling stations.
Welcome to Love's
Our
Heartwell Renewables
team is looking for a
Process Engineer, to work onsite in Hastings, NE,
and provide advanced knowledge and technical expertise to deploy continuous improvement in process. Will be responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing industrial processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure product quality and safety. This role involves identifying process bottlenecks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement improvements, developing SOPs, and using data and simulation tools to drive continuous enhancement.

Job Functions

• Provide technical support to plant operations and maintenance teams.
• Assist in the design and implementation of new and/or modified processes and equipment.
• Ensure all production and operating processes operate safely and in compliance with regulatory/organizational safety and environmental program standards and goals.
• Collaborate with EHS Lead to develop and implement company safety and environmental program.
• Oversee Process Controls position- supervision will include coaching and making decisions related to talent management, hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions.
• Analyze and evaluate the facility's processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process optimization strategies to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve process-related issues.
• Monitor and analyze process data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Available to respond to calls for direction and troubleshooting of complex continuous operations, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Coordinate with additional subject matter experts to update regulations and policies to ensure compliance with standards and best practices.
• Manage and promote continuous improvement of environmental health and safety management systems.
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time for work-related activities.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of full-time employee work experience in process engineer position.
• Experience in process industry including but not limited to: renewable or bio-diesel production, steam reformation, oil and gas industry, hydro treating, and/or a PSM regulated facility.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Eager for hands on experience and advanced training opportunities
• Knowledge of process simulation software and statistical analysis tools
• Willing to relocate to Nebraska and work on site in Hastings, NE
• Comfortable working in an industrial work environment that may include loud areas, work at heights, entry into confined spaces, and other potential chemical/atmospheric hazards that require use of appropriate PPE.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications And Experience

• Experience providing operational leadership to audit, inspection, and risk assessment processes.
• Familiarity with renewable diesel production processes is a plus.
• Directly monitor production outcomes, quantity, and quality to ensure customer requirements are within specifications.
• Oversee operations for multiple departments or processes and shifts and to ensure indirect reports follow policies and procedures related to employee, process, and environmental safety.

Heartwell Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for process design, we encourage you to submit your application for consideration. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development.

Our Culture
Fueling customers' journeys since 1964, innovation leads the way for this family-owned and operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City. With nearly 40,000 team members, travel stops are the core business along with products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, traveling public, RVers, alternative energy and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities and an inclusive workplace are hallmarks of the award-winning culture.

Love's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans encouraged to apply.

Job Category: Corporate