Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Government, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Power Generation, Power Plant, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Regulatory Compliance, Systems Reliability, Team Player, Technical Support, Water Treatment, Wholesale Industry
A power generation company operating in wholesale energy markets is seeking a Chemical Engineer to lead critical engineering functions that support safe and reliable plant operations.
This role is instrumental in driving operational excellencewhile contributing to a collaborative, high-performing workplace culture. The Chemical Engineer will take ownership of key technical processes, ensuring system integrity, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across plant operations.
The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in chemistry and water treatment, with experience in a power plant or government utility environment. This individual is comfortable in a hands-on, technically focused leadership role, capable of both strategic oversight and day-to-day problem solving.
If you're someone who thrives in an environment where safety, precision, and performance matter-and you enjoy being a key contributor to both operations and team success-this could be a strong next step for you!
Key Responsibilities:
-Overseeing engineering and technical services supporting power generation operations
-Lead and manage chemistry and water treatment programs, to ensure regulatory compliances and system reliability
-Collaborate with operations, maintenenace, and leadership teams
-Drive continous improvement initiatives related to performance, safety, and cost efficiency
Qualifications:
-5-7 years of experience in chemistry and water treatment, within a power plant or municipal utility setting
-Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
-Advanced knowledge of water treatment systems, chemistry control, and regulatory compliance
-Proven ability to work independently while collaborating across departments
-Leadership experience
This role is located in SouthEastern Montana, offering an exceptional quality of life for outdoor enthusiasts, including access to fishing, hunting, hiking, golfing, ATV riding, and more. The are also features etremely low property taxes and a strong sense of community!
Please apply to Recruiting Senior Director, Sarah Hagenlock: sarah.hagenlock@gogpac.com
605-809-8548
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.G
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