Application Engineer

Overview

Kemin Application Solutions team is seeking an Application Engineer! This team is responsible for product application systems and services that Kemin offers to it's customers.  The ideal candidate will have experience with CAD, Solid Works, pipefitting, plumbing, electrical, construction engineering, and a desire to work hands on with equipment.  The Application Engineer will develop, analyze, implement, monitor, and maintain automated dosing processes to required specifications, focusing on safety, reliability, and quality. 

As an Application Engineer, you will travel up to 60% of the time.  Travel is Monday-Friday with a chance for some weekends.  Seasonal variances may include more travel during certain time throughout the year. 

Interested applicants must be based in Des Moines, Iowa, or willing to relocate.

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet.

We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.

We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:

• Competitive Financial Package: Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
• Health and Wellness Support: Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas.
• Career Development and Advancement: Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
• Continued Learning Opportunities: Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
• Service Opportunities: Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Build and install various application equipment.
• Integrate application technology into customer processing systems.
• Responsible for all aspects of equipment installation.
• Troubleshoot and repair existing application systems at customer locations.
• Foster a positive team environment and assist coworkers as required.
• Ability to assemble and install application equipment at customer sites across North America.
• Attend local exhibitions, seminars, training and workshops.
• Assistance in development of new applications systems.
• Provide day to day support to customers, sales team and KAS engineers.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, or a related field, with 0-3 years of experience. 
• Feed Mill experience preferred
• Experience with CAD, Solid works, pipe-fitting, plumbing, electrical or construction engineering highly preferred.
• Capability to learn and understand electrical and communication systems.
• Familiarity or understanding of PLC’s and automation systems.
• Ability to work independently or in a structured team.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Quality minded. 
• Travel 60%, primarily domestic but could include international

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.  Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodations will be considered.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus. 

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