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Chemical Engineer

  • Rapid City, SD, United States

$90,000 to $125,000 USD / year

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Pay
$90,000 to $125,000 USD / year
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Education
Bachelor’s degree
Experience
5-7 years of experience in chemistry and water treatment, within a power plant or municipal utility setting
Posting language
English
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Original job description

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 excellence while 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

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Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Process improvement
  • Work independently
  • Leadership
  • Recruitment

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