The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

SUMMARY

This role supports production efforts of the company/group by providing technical support to plant operating and maintenance department to work or manage projects to develop new or existing equipment, instrumentation, and raw materials.

TYPICAL EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

5+ years related experience and/or training

• Assesses and aligns with key stakeholders the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering evaluation tests, products, or equipment solutions.
• Leads and is accountable for the developments and evaluation of plans and success criteria (often by others) to ensure that project and/or system performance meets business objectives for a variety of projects and activities that are usually carried out by others.
• May lead the development of new or modified components, products, manufacturing processes, materials and equipment.
• Leads/guides teams in establishing the appropriate designs, engineering and execution processes. Responsible for leading the communication of project updates to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Responsible for preparing and gaining alignment on engineering proposals, feasibility studies and vendor/construction packages.