2025-08-21
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Edwardsville
Illinois
62026
United States
Positio Title: Extra Help Ethanol Plant Research Engineer (EH26-014)
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Apply Before: 00944
Department: Nat Corn Eth Rsch Ctr
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description: Description
To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Extra Help Ethanol Plant Research Engineer (EH26-014). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.
What You Will Do
Consulting services by giving guidance on operations and/or troubleshooting of equipment or process issues.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Skills and knowledge of project management, planning, guiding, and directing plant engineering to achieve plant operations objectives for safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Chemical, mechanical, or process experience in a manufacturing or pilot plant environment with a background in chemicals, oil refining or bio-refining. Must possess strong organizational, problem-solving, strong communication skills, be a team player, and the ability to effectively lead and develop others. Experience in process/project engineering and working with technical personnel, operations personnel, and clients is critical.
(A) Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial or similar field) or a Science discipline (Chemistry or Biology) or closely related field AND three (3) years experience in engineering support or closely related duties.
OR
(B) Seven (7) years of mechanical, electrical, and/or process control experience in a pilot or research plant
environment.
Supplemental Information
Application Materials and Information:
1. To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
2. Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.
About Extra Help Positions:
Extra Help job listings typically close three days after the opening date, unless specified in the closing date. Extra Help employees are appointed to fulfill casual or emergent needs within the university. The amount of time for which services are needed is not usually predictable and payment for work performed is on an hourly basis and based on actual hours worked. Workdays and hours may vary according to departmental requirements. Extra Help employees do not receive SIUE benefits, holiday pay or paid sick or vacation leave.
Extra Help employees are required by State Universities Civil Service System rules to take a 30-calendar-day break after working 900 hours. At the end of the 30 days, you may begin another 900-hour employment cycle in a new position if available. Working Extra Help will in no way affect any other employment opportunities with SIUE, including your position on and Civil Service register. There is no guarantee that working as Extra Help will lead to or secure permanent employment.
Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.
Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.
Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.
Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at CareerInfor@siue.edu
EEO Statement:
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email CareerInfo@siue.edu
Benefits: SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:
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