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Project Engineer

Services for Success, Inc.
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2026

We are seeking a hands-on Process Engineer who enjoys solving problems, improving operations, and working closely with plant teams to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability. This role collaborates with Operations, R&D, and Quality to support daily production and lead projects that drive measurable improvements in performance and cost.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with operations to improve production processes, material flow, quality, and efficiency
  • Lead process and equipment improvement projects from design through implementation
  • Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions
  • Support equipment specification, procurement, installation, and commissioning
  • Monitor plant performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and output
  • Review maintenance activities and spending to ensure alignment with budget goals
  • Develop scopes of work, coordinate contractors, and verify project completion
  • Create and maintain process documentation (P&IDs, BFDs, SOPs)
  • Partner with R&D and Quality to implement improvements that meet product and safety standards
  • Establish and audit quality control checkpoints
  • Provide technical support and training to operations teams
  • Support risk assessments, process safety, and continuous improvement initiatives


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in either Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering
  • 3 years of relevant process engineering or manufacturing experience preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and reports
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Experience improving plant processes, efficiency, or material flow
  • Familiarity with fluid systems, separation processes, or chemical processing is a plus


Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • 401(k) with up to 6% company match
  • Profit-sharing program
  • Professional development and continuing education support
  • Annual wellness reimbursement

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