Capital Projects Process Engineer — FEL Lead

Stepan Company; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stepan Company is looking for a Process Engineer (Projects Focus) to provide engineering leadership for capital projects at the Wilmington site. This role involves overseeing projects through conception to start-up, ensuring safety and technical accuracy, and improving capacity and quality.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in chemical engineering and over 5 years of experience in the chemical industry. Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of Front-End Loading (FEL) methodologies are essential for success.

Join Stepan Company to work on high-impact projects and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing or process engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Front-End Loading (FEL) and capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering on capital projects from feasibility through start-up.
• Develop core engineering design packages like PFDs and P&IDs.
• Support plant operations with troubleshooting and process optimization.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Process design expertise

Front-End Loading (FEL) methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering

Job description

Stepan Company is looking for a Process Engineer (Projects Focus) to provide engineering leadership for capital projects at the Wilmington site. This role involves overseeing projects through conception to start-up, ensuring safety and technical accuracy, and improving capacity and quality.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in chemical engineering and over 5 years of experience in the chemical industry. Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of Front-End Loading (FEL) methodologies are essential for success.

Join Stepan Company to work on high-impact projects and contribute to continuous improvement.