Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.
Key responsibilities: Senior Reliability Engineer
Work Capital projects both large (>$1m) and small ($<50k) incorporating reliability design and maintainability into new equipment and process.
Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the operating processes on site.
Facilitate RCAs and act as equipment SME for RCAs when appropriate
Contribute to plant-wide reliability initiatives and strategies for long-term operational stability
Develop an understanding of maintenance department KPIs and improvement initiatives
Focus on equipment uptime, and correct installation of new equipment
Provide regulatory interpretation and technical support for site projects
Support Compliance efforts in line with OSHA, ASME, NFPA, Process Safety Management (PSM)
About the Role
We’re looking for engineers who strive for excellence and are eager for more responsibility.
BSc in Mechanical Engineering or any related engineering field.
Minimum of three years’ engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Working knowledge of basic chemical unit operations and Process Safety Management (PSM) systems.
It is useful, but certainly not essential, if you have experience in chemical processes or production.
Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
Competitive Pay
Multiple Healthcare plan choices
Dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
Paid holidays & vacation
Floating days off
Parental leave for new parents
Employee resource groups
Learning & development programs
Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future
Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.
Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.
We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
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The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
- Minimum of three years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- Working knowledge of basic chemical unit operations
- Working knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) systems
- Experience supporting compliance with OSHA, ASME, and NFPA standards
- Experience facilitating Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) and acting as equipment subject matter expert
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with chemical processes or production
- Experience incorporating reliability and maintainability into capital projects
Primient Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Primient and has not been reviewed or approved by Primient.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive across many roles, with structured compensation approaches and publicly posted ranges indicating solid market alignment for operations and technical positions.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Skill-based pay systems and defined progression paths in certain roles point to clear opportunities to increase earnings over time.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — The package includes paid holidays, vacation, and paid parental leave, with time off described as starting at a solid baseline and expanding with tenure.
Primient Insights
What We Do
Primient is a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. From field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to our people, our communities, and our planet
