ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

BENEFITS & PERKS Eligible Team Members may receive

$$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)

Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!

Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution

Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions

401K with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements

Discounted home and auto insurance

All POET Team Members enjoy

A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually

'Family-first' culture

Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Plant Engineer is responsible for working closely with the management team at one or more bioprocessing facilities to maintain plant operations and to implement continuous improvement and capital projects. The Plant Engineer increases efficiencies of plant operations, maintains plant run time, implements system improvements, troubleshoots process problems, and considers cost factors.

DURING A TYPICAL DAYDevelop, present, and manage capital request projects and economic justifications for site and Sioux Falls leadership team membersIdentify opportunities for plant improvements and work with a team of engineers to initiate and implement continuous improvement and cost savings projects. These projects may apply to one or more facilities across the POET footprint.Complete and present data analysis of process information and create associated action plans and identify optimization needs* Assist with facility shutdown planning and execution* Exercise your problem-solving skills working with the bioprocessing facility’s leadership team and fellow engineers in the field and at our corporate office to review operational and troubleshooting challengesDevelop advanced knowledge in specific unit operations and become a Subject Matter Expert that teams can rely on for process expertiseSupport the Management of Change and Process Safety Management documentation for the facilityAssist with creating annual strategic plan initiatives for the siteDevelop and utilize historical database reportsWrite and coordinate procedures, and communicate to team members as necessaryFacilitate communication between departmentsFoster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all timesMaintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the communitySTRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATEYou have a Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. Other engineering degrees will be considered.Experience in an operating processing plant environment such as grain processing or chemical processing is beneficialIf you’ve had prior leadership and project management, we’ll leverage those strengths frequentlyYou have experience with DCS control and DCS historian systemsWorking knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations is considered an added bonusYou’ve been called excellent at organizational, time management, and communication skills and you not only welcome change, but you embrace itYou have the ability to understand technical detail and day to day operation of a bioprocessing facilityYou know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite, and you’re capable of learning new programs

CULTURE IS KING AT POET

We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At POET we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.