Candidate Profile: Process Engineer 2
Reports to: Plant Manager
Location: Carrollton, TX
Classification: Exempt
Position Summary
Momentum Technologies is seeking a hands-on and highly motivated Process Engineer II to support daily operations, process optimization, commissioning, and scale-up activities at our Carrollton Demonstration Plant. This role is critical to improving plant reliability, throughput, safety, and overall operational performance while enabling the successful transition of new technologies from R&D into pilot and demonstration-scale operations.
The ideal candidate has experience in pilot plants, chemical processing, hydrometallurgy, or manufacturing operations, along with strong troubleshooting capability, operational discipline, and a continuous improvement mindset. This position requires a practical, field-oriented engineer who is comfortable working directly with operators, equipment, instrumentation, and rapidly evolving process technologies in a fast-paced startup environment.
About Momentum
Momentum Technologies develops scalable, sustainable, and commercially attractive processing technologies for the mobility, energy storage, gigafactory, and OEM markets. Our patented Membrane Solvent Extraction technology enables efficient, high-purity recovery of critical minerals with low emissions and reduced environmental impact.
We are building the next generation of critical mineral recovery solutions to support a more sustainable and circular economy.
Here is what we hope you bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline
- 3+ years of experience in pilot plant, demonstration plant, hydrometallurgical, or chemical manufacturing operations
- Experience supporting process optimization, troubleshooting, commissioning, startup, or plant modifications
- Working knowledge of mass balances, process flows, PFDs/P&IDs, and operating data analysis
- Familiarity with industrial EHS requirements and safe chemical processing practices
- Experience developing SOPs, operating procedures, technical work instructions, and process documentation
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across operations, engineering, maintenance, and R&D teams
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic startup environment with evolving priorities and aggressive execution timelines
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with hydrometallurgy, solvent extraction, filtration, membrane systems, or critical minerals processing
- Familiarity with PLCs, instrumentation, process controls, and automated data collection systems
- Experience troubleshooting pumps, piping systems, valves, sensors, and electromechanical equipment
- Lean Six Sigma, SPC, DOE, RCA, FMEA, or continuous improvement experience preferred
- Prior experience supporting scale-up from lab or pilot operations into production environments
How you will make an impact:
Plant Operations & Process Support
- Support daily operation of the demonstration plant to improve safety, uptime, throughput, and process consistency
- Troubleshoot process and equipment issues involving pumps, reactors, filtration systems, piping, instrumentation, controls, and chemical processes
- Monitor plant performance and identify opportunities to improve recovery, quality, reliability, and operating efficiency
- Support commissioning, startup, and optimization of new or modified process systems
- Assist with process monitoring, sampling, data collection, and operating parameter adjustments
Scale-Up & Continuous Improvement
- Support scale-up of processes from laboratory and pilot-scale development into demonstration plant operations
- Execute process trials and evaluate operational performance data to support process development activities
- Analyze operating data and implement improvements using Lean Six Sigma and structured root-cause problem-solving methodologies
- Assist in defining process windows, KPIs, control strategies, and operational standards
- Support implementation of process improvements that improve safety, throughput, quality, and cost performance
Projects & Technical Execution
- Support plant improvement projects, equipment installations, and process modifications
- Coordinate with operators, maintenance personnel, contractors, and vendors to execute work safely and efficiently
- Assist with equipment selection, procurement support, installation, checkout, and commissioning activities
- Track project action items, operational risks, punch-list items, and follow-through activities
- Support development of preventive maintenance and reliability improvement initiatives
Documentation, Safety & Compliance
- Develop and maintain SOPs, operating procedures, commissioning plans, troubleshooting guides, and technical documentation
- Support ISO-aligned documentation systems, operational records, and process reporting requirements
- Participate in safety reviews, job hazard analyses, management of change activities, and process risk assessments
- Ensure activities are performed in compliance with company safety, environmental, and operational standards
- Promote strong housekeeping, 5S, and operational discipline throughout the facility
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with operators, technicians, engineers, and R&D personnel to support plant execution and process development
- Provide hands-on support during process trials, troubleshooting activities, startups, and operational upsets
- Contribute to a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Support training and knowledge transfer activities across operations and engineering teams
Why work for Momentum
Momentum is building the next generation of critical minerals recovery technology. We are a team of engineers, operators, and innovators focused on scaling practical solutions for a more sustainable future.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible PTO and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
Equal Opportunity Employment
- Momentum Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process, in accordance with applicable law.