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Process Engineer

Heidelberg Materials North America
Leeds, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026
About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Optimize cement manufacturing processes to improve production efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
  • Analyze process data and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Collaborate with plant operations, maintenance, and quality teams to troubleshoot process challenges and implement solutions.
  • Support environmental, health, and safety initiatives while ensuring compliance with operational standards.
  • Lead and participate in projects focused on process upgrades, reliability improvements, and performance enhancements.

What Are We Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex process data, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of cement manufacturing processes, process control systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple teams and functions.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, operational excellence, and achieving business objectives.

Work Environment

  • Primarily based in a cement manufacturing facility with regular exposure to industrial equipment and production areas.
  • Frequent interaction with operations, maintenance, quality, and leadership teams.
  • May require travel to other company locations, project sites, or training opportunities.
  • Must be able to work in an active industrial environment and comply with all safety requirements and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary, $77,180 to $102,900, and participation in our annual incentive plan.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
  • Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
  • Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
  • Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Req ID JR10017552

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.

Salary : $77,180 - $102,900

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