Early Career Process Engineer

Rensselaer, Indiana, United States | Sites | Full-time

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Sedron Technologies is hiring a talented Early Career Process Engineer to support innovative technologies in Fair Oaks, Indiana!   

  

Founded in 2014 and headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, Sedron Technologies designs, manufactures, installs, and operates advanced water and waste upcycling technologies. With a focus on transforming the paradigm from waste processing to resource recovery, Sedron Technologies works with municipal, agricultural, and industrial customers to process their "waste" into climate-smart commodities through environmentally and financially sustainable methods.  

  

As an Early Career Process Engineer, you’ll gain hands-on experience in process optimization by supporting the analysis, development, and refinement of manufacturing systems. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and technicians to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality while learning how to troubleshoot and optimize real-world systems. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates to grow into a well-rounded process engineer while contributing to meaningful, sustainability-focused technologies.  

  

Because we design, build, commission, and operate our technologies, we are looking for individuals who can meet the following essential functions of the position:  

  • Analyze, develop, and optimize manufacturing and process systems to improve efficiency, safety, and product quality 
  • Help troubleshoot process issues and support corrective actions to enhance reliability and throughput 
  • Work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and quality teams to learn and apply continuous improvement principles 
  • Contribute to the development and documentation of SOPs and best practices for process control 
  • Ensure accuracy in critical system documentation and maintain piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) 
  • Assist in commissioning, testing, and validation of new and existing process systems 
  • Utilize data analysis and problem-solving methodologies to identify trends and implement improvements 
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies 
  • Assist with projects related to process scale-up, cost reduction, and technology improvements 
  • Prioritize duties and responsibilities in order to fulfill objectives 
  • Demonstrate the ability to work individually and within a multidisciplinary team, communicating and collaborating with technicians and engineers alike 
  • Demonstrate passion and excitement for solving difficult yet exciting tasks 
  • Arrive to work on time and maintain good attendance 
  • Perform other related duties as assigned  

This position has multiple levels of competency to be determined by performance, certifications, and supervisor discretion.   

   

BENEFITS  

  • Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options to keep you feeling your best 
  • 401(k) with employer matching — free money for future you 
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays to use your way) 
  • Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance 
  • FSA and HSA options with employer contributions 
  • Tuition reimbursement — we invest in your growth 
  • Casual work attire — no suits required (unless that’s your thing) 
  • Hybrid flexibility 
     

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE   

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field 
  • Internship, co-op, or academic project experience with manufacturing equipment, instrumentation, or automation systems is a plus 
  • Strong academic foundation in process engineering principles and a willingness to learn in a hands-on environment 
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. 
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
  • Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language  

  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS  

  • Exposure to manufacturing environments (through internships, labs, or project work) is a plus 
  • Familiarity with process safety concepts, regulatory compliance, or Lean/Six Sigma tools is helpful but not required 

  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks 
  • Ability to pass a respirator fit test 
  • Comfortable working in various environments, including heights, confined spaces, and varying temperatures 
  • Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time  

  

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  

  • Wage range for this role is between $80,000 – $90,000 annually  
  • Travel up to 15% to support multiple facilities   
  • Discretionary bonus 

The range provided is Sedron’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities.   

  

Must be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident for this position. We are unable to sponsor any employment visas.   

   

We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. Due to the nature of the work performed, this role is considered safety sensitive and as such all applicants will be subject to a pre-employment drug test, and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.  

   

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? We encourage you to still apply! We’ll review your application and may have training opportunities or other positions available.   

   

Sedron Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sedron Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Sedron Technologies is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/Drug-Free Employer.