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Process Optimization Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK

Process Optimization Engineer
Location: Oklahoma City, OK 73108
Salary: $120,000 – $140,000
Schedule: Full-time | On-site
Industry: Manufacturing | Agriculture | Specialty Materials


About the Company
Our client is a fast-growing manufacturer producing a proprietary, high-impact product for the agricultural industry. With seven domestic facilities and aggressive plans for expansion, this organization offers a high-growth environment where innovation and operational excellence are valued. The Oklahoma City plant plays a critical role in scaling production while maintaining product quality and efficiency.


Position Overview
We are seeking a technically skilled and results-driven Process Optimization Engineer to join a collaborative team of engineers, scientists, and operators focused on increasing manufacturing capacity and improving product quality. The successful candidate will play a vital role in implementing process improvements, resolving bottlenecks, and enhancing production efficiency using data-driven strategies and best-in-class engineering practices.

This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong foundation in mechanical or chemical engineering, and a passion for hands-on manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing production capacity and reducing cycle times

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, engineering, and plant operations to identify and resolve inefficiencies

  • Analyze production systems that include drying technologies (spray drying, fluidized beds) and solids handling processes to improve throughput and quality

  • Utilize heat and mass transfer knowledge to support drying, granulation, and liquid processing operations

  • Develop scopes of work for capital projects and provide process design recommendations to engineering leadership

  • Monitor production metrics and process data to support root cause investigations and ongoing quality improvement efforts

  • Serve as a key technical resource for operations staff, providing hands-on support and guidance to solve day-to-day process issues

  • Support expansion initiatives and commissioning of new equipment or production lines

  • Assist in developing and implementing process control strategies and SOPs


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (required)

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or processing environment post-graduation

  • Proven expertise in solids handling, spray drying, fluidized beds, and granulation processes

  • Strong knowledge of heat and mass transfer principles

  • Familiarity with liquid processing (slurries, mix tanks, pumps) is highly preferred

  • Hands-on experience with process troubleshooting, optimization, and debottlenecking

  • Demonstrated ability to work across departments and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel


Benefits

  • Competitive base salary ($120,000–$140,000)

  • Performance bonus potential

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with employer match

  • Relocation assistance (if applicable)

  • Career growth opportunities within a scaling organization


 

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