Chemical Process Engineer — Integrated Water Solutions

DHI; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

DHI is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer - Integrated Water Management in Texas to provide technical expertise in water treatment, process design, and field execution. You will develop safe, cost-effective water-treatment solutions meeting customer specs and regulatory standards while supporting ongoing improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes analyzing sources of water, optimizing chemical programs, and collaborating with customers and internal teams to ensure reliable performance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Knowledge of chemical process engineering and water treatment principles.
• Laboratory experience in water analysis or treatment development.
• Field experience in oil and gas, produced-water operations, or industrial water treatment.
• Ability to interpret laboratory and operating data and develop practical recommendations.
• Understanding of chemical-handling and process-safety requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and customer communication skills.
• Ability to work and travel in oilfield and industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze produced, recycled, source, and groundwater to determine treatment requirements.
• Develop treatment strategies based on water chemistry and finished-water specs.
• Establish operating parameters for flow, dosing, retention times, and treatment performance.
• Oversee laboratory and field testing of water sources and treatment systems.
• Support SOPs, PHAs, startup safety reviews, and continuous-improvement projects.
• Lead or support process design of pumps, tanks, and filtration systems.
• Train operators and technicians on chemistry and process controls.
• Prepare and review treatment, water-quality, and cost reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

DHI is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer - Integrated Water Management in Texas to provide technical expertise in water treatment, process design, and field execution. You will develop safe, cost-effective water-treatment solutions meeting customer specs and regulatory standards while supporting ongoing improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes analyzing sources of water, optimizing chemical programs, and collaborating with customers and internal teams to ensure reliable performance and