Description

Senior Plant Process Control Engineer

Location: Soperton, GA

Company Overview

Come join a team of mission-driven doers as we work to build a more sustainable future!

LanzaJet, Inc. is a Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) technology provider and fuels producer committed to decarbonizing the aviation industry. Our patented ethanol-to-SAF technology is poised to deliver a significant impact on global aviation’s ability to decarbonize and meet its net-zero goals by 2050. At LanzaJet, we have a goal of producing 1 billion gallons of SAF and renewable diesel by 2030. And, we’re well on our way – with a dozen projects announced globally, working across 25 countries and five continents. We’re growing the future of sustainable aviation.

Backed by a consortium of investors including British Airways, LanzaTech, Mitsui, Shell, Suncor Energy, and Southwest Airlines, as well as strategic investments from MUFG, Airbus, and Groupe ADP, LanzaJet is accelerating the path to a net-zero future. Our collaboration with renowned supporters such as All Nippon Airways, Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Catalyst Foundation, and Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund solidifies our position as a global pioneer in sustainable fuels. 

With over 15 years of research and development, LanzaJet's proprietary technology has been rigorously tested and our SAF has been used on flights by industry giants like Virgin Atlantic and ANA.  

Named a TIME100 Most Influential Companies in 2024, LanzaJet is quickly rising through the ranks as one of the best companies to work for, leading the way across the industry. 

In a ground-breaking achievement, LanzaJet has opened the world’s first ethanol-to-SAF plant in 2024. Located in Soperton, GA, LanzaJet Freedom Pines Fuels will produce 10 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel per year.  

As we expand our global footprint, LanzaJet is catalyzing the next generation of SAF in key markets such as Japan, Australia, India, and Europe. Our team of passionate innovators is dedicated to turning the vision of a sustainable future into a reality today. Because as we say at LanzaJet,  

Someday is Now.  

We are leading the charge towards a cleaner, more sustainable aviation industry. 

Join us! 

About the Role

Senior Plant Process Control Engineer

LanzaJet Freedom Pines Fuels (FPF) is assembling our core team in Soperton Georgia in preparation for the construction and startup of our Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF)facility.  We are seeking a qualified individual as a Process Controls Engineer to join our team.  This role will be immediately engaged in the process design team and take an active role in site preparation (OSBL) for the construction of this process.  Long term, this role will become the site process control expert and utilize their engineering skills to support the startup and continued operation of our facility.  The ideal candidate will have experience at both DCS and PLC control systems, and the ability to troubleshoot issues with those systems.

Responsibilities

Execute best-in-class safety, process safety, and environmental performance in the design, construction, startup, and continued operation of our facility. Through mentoring/direction of Senior Process Engineering staff, this individual will:

• Develop into the process controls subject matter expert (SME) for the FPF team.  Provide engineering expertise for optimization and troubleshooting issues for all processes including catalytic reactions, distillation, heat transfer, purification, etc. 
• Lead DCS, PLC, and instrumentation troubleshooting and optimization efforts utilizing internal and external resources
• Develop and implement incremental improvements and/or new technologies to improve the safety, quality, cost, and environmental impact of the process
• Pursue innovation through process analysis and research of opportunities.  Manage developing projects through the design, installation, and startup of these systems/modifications
• Engage in all elements of Process Safety through Management of Change (MOC) processes, review/validate SOPs, P&IDs, and other process safety information (PSI) to ensure compliance with regulatory and LanzaJet FPF standards
• Participate and develop leadership skills in Root Cause and Process Hazards Analyses and drive actions to completion
• Drive safe and sustainable operations by implementing and monitoring analytical tools

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Chemical engineering or other applicable technical degrees
• 5+ years of industrial experience as a control engineer in chemical, petroleum refining/petrochemical, or other closely related industry
• Experience in operation and troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems.  Demonstrated experience with DCS and/or PLC systems is valuable
• Experience with control loop tuning, data historians, and interface with PLCs
• Fundamental knowledge of process operations including reaction chemistry, distillation, heat transfer, and related process concepts
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills including proficiency with both written and verbal technical communication
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, agile work environment
• Able to support a 24x7 chemical processing plant through design, construction, commissioning, and startup
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future

This position is open to candidates authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer. LanzaJet is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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