Chemical Process Engineer

Jacobs; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 102,900 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock purchase at a discount

Unlimited PPTO

Seven paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to lead design for advanced manufacturing facilities. You will coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, manage scope, budget and schedule, and develop process options with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role requires a BS in Chemical Engineering, PE or eligibility, and 8–10 years of process engineering experience, with onsite or hybrid work in Tempe.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• PE licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 8–10 years of experience in chemical process engineering.
• Ability to work onsite (hybrid) in Tempe, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual and detailed design for advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Use best practices and industry knowledge to solve complex engineering problems.
• Interface with other disciplines, project management, and the client to provide fully coordinated projects.
• Support field construction efforts, including reviewing submittals, responding to questions from clients and contractors, and performing field walks.
• Coordinate on designs with equipment vendors.
• Perform quality reviews on designs performed by others.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers on basic engineering applications and principles.
• Participate in the development of proposals, budgets, and schedules for process-specific work.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical/problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we don’t settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference.

We're looking for a Chemical Process Engineer in Tempe, AZ who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on projects including state‑of‑the‑art industrial facilities. You’ll be accountable for schedule and technical quality of challenging engineering tasks, as you gain familiarity with the client’s expectations, scope, budget, and schedule. Your multi‑discipline, highly interactive team will establish process design basis, develop process options and optimizations of selected design, and calculate and organize data for process flow sheets. Your role keeps our company connected and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual and detailed design for advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Use best practices and industry knowledge to solve complex engineering problems.
• Interface with other disciplines, project management, and the client to provide fully coordinated projects.
• Support field construction efforts, including reviewing submittals, responding to questions from clients and contractors, and performing field walks.
• Coordinate on designs with equipment vendors.
• Perform quality reviews on designs performed by others.
• Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers on basic engineering applications and principles.
• Participate in the development of proposals, budgets, and schedules for process‑specific work.

Bring your creativity, talent for multi‑tasking and collaboration, ambitious spirit, and desire to bring value to your team, and we’ll help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what drives you – so we can deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow, together.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE), or ability to obtain license within 6 months.
• At least 8‑10 years of experience in a chemical process engineering role
• Ability to work onsite (hybrid) in Tempe, AZ

Desired Skills

• Experience in semiconductor facilities systems design
• Experience mentoring junior professionals and leading project teams
• Understanding of hazardous material storage handling codes and standards
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base
• Ability to work independently for core tasks and reach out for specialized expertise
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi‑disciplinary teams with members based in various regions
• Passion for engineering and developing solutions

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health, your well‑being, your security, your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 to $145,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.