Process Engineer
Exshaw, AB, CA, T0L 2C0
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We’re seeking a Process Engineer who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America.
Job Title: Process Engineer | Req ID: 17421 | HR Contact: Aryn BURTON | Location: Exshaw Cem Plt AB
ABOUT THE ROLE
The primary objective of the Process Engineer is providing technical support to maintain and improve the performance of the plant operations through equipment inspections, monitoring of specific process parameters, implementing improvement projects and providing technical recommendations. The Process Department continually strives to support the plant’s current and long-term goals acting as a predictive, analytical and result oriented tool with the objective of manufacturing the highest quality cement that meet customer demands.
WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH
- Process Improvement: Improve the efficiency, consistency and productivity of the cement manufacturing process by conducting daily analysis and reporting of plant performance, incidents and stoppages. Works with the Operations Team to prioritize and implement actions.
- Audits & Studies: Conduct Production Process studies and Audits as deemed necessary or which are requested by the line management, with the possible assistance of experts from the technical center, plant Operations Management or a Senior Process Engineer.
- Plant Focus Teams: Works within the Plant Focus Teams resolving mid and long term initiatives ensuring objectives are met, provides process technical evidence to support improvement initiatives. Defines process conditions for modified equipment/installations under supervision of the Optimization Manager or a Senior Process Engineer.
- Improvement Proposals & Implementation: Lead and develop process and manufacturing improvement proposals. Once proposals are approved, be able to efficiently implement the projects. Interface with vendors, contractors, and engineering firms whose functions are to provide project support with engineering and technical know-how associated with capital project installations.
- Technical Guidance: Provide area coordinators, supervisors, and other support staff with technical guidance and advice on all areas of cement manufacturing process engineering, plant operations, design of process equipment, and the application of new technology.
- Circuit Control & Optimization: Circuit Control and evaluation: This includes equipment operation and the quality/consistency of the product throughout the process. Identify equipment deficiencies and work with other departments from the manufacturing team to implement corrections to improve reliability, variability (from target), and to maximize continuous run time for all circuits (Raw Grind, Kilns, and Finish Grind). Participate in control program changes, capital projects, baseline data establishment, commissioning, and validation.
- Equipment Inspection & Troubleshooting: Walkthroughs and physical inspections (internal and external) of equipment lines in the raw grind, kilns, and finish grind workshops (mills, separators, presses, coolers, dust collectors), including equipment that has been crash stopped at high temperatures.
- Audit Execution & Analytical Analysis: Organize audits, sample material streams, measure air flows, perform calculations, and generate final reports. Perform process control charts, shift way, probability, hypothesis test, regression, and multiple correlation analysis to evaluate process variables.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor’s Degree. Preferred field of study: Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering (other fields such as Geologic, Metallurgical, Electrical, Industrial may be considered).Required Work Experience: Three years of continuous process industry experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the cement industry (other industries such as pulp/paper, steel, glass, lime, petroleum, and chemical may be considered).
Required Technical Skills: Proficient in computer systems particularly those dealing with controls strategy of continuous process industries (Millmaster/Kilnmaster, SAP, TIS, LabView). Microsoft applications including Windows and Office applications experience are required.
Travel Requirements: 10%.
Additional Requirements:
- Experience in a culture that placed strong emphasis on self-sufficiency and service orientation.
- Proven ability and analytical approach to problem solving; particularly those of a technical nature.
- Familiarity of working with environmental regulations in continuous co-process manufacturing industry is a plus.
- Achievement oriented, strong work ethic, tenacious, impeccable attention to detail.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; sharing of information openly with others.
- Works well with other people of diversified backgrounds. Able to persuade and motivate others.
- Genuine team approach to problem solving.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents, effective day one.
- A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
- Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
- Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
- Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
- Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
- Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
- Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
- Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
- An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
- A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
- Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.
As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.
Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.