Chemical Engineer; Sugar Refinery, WY

Chemical Engineer

North-Central Wyoming
$78,000 – $100,000

About the Role

We’re looking for a motivated Chemical Engineer to join our team. Reporting directly to the Factory Manager, you’ll play a key role in transforming sugar beets into sugar through process optimization, safety leadership, and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on role spanning both lab and factory operations , offering the chance to make a direct impact on production, quality, and efficiency. 

This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives on both technical challenges and leadership opportunities . If you’re ready to take ownership of processes, mentor others, and contribute to a team dedicated to excellence—this is your chance.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary $78K–$100K with growth potential.
• Opportunity to shape plant performance and lead impactful improvements.
• Be part of a values-driven team that prioritizes safety, integrity, and innovation .
• Scenic Wyoming location with relocation assistance available .
• Strong culture of professional development, training, and advancement.

What You’ll Do

• Lead with safety—model best practices and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Collect, analyze, and report process data to drive performance improvements.
• Serve as a technical resource across operations, supporting both lab and factory functions.
• Manage and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) and laboratory methods.
• Oversee laboratory equipment, personnel, and standardized testing procedures.
• Provide daily performance reports and actionable recommendations to management.
• Train employees on quality, process chemistry, safety, and compliance standards.
• Take on special engineering projects during off-campaign periods.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred).
• 2–4 years’ lab or process engineering experience (sugar industry experience a plus).
• Strong skills in data analysis, problem-solving, and statistical evaluation.
• Solid knowledge of laboratory testing methods and continuous improvement practices.
• Effective communicator with leadership and training experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); SAP/LIMS/WIMS a plus.
• Self-driven, collaborative, and able to manage multiple priorities.