Chemical Project Engineer - Design to Startup, 15% Travel

Hawkins Inc.; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins Inc. in Roseville, MN is seeking a Project Engineer to support capital projects across chemical manufacturing and distribution facilities. You will drive front-end design, cost estimating, equipment specs, and start-up support, while integrating safety and regulatory compliance.

The role also involves process troubleshooting, design reviews, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, within-budget project delivery.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial preferred.
• 5 years of experience as a project/process engineer in a chemical or related industry.
• Experience in all areas of capital projects: front-end design, estimating, and funding requests.
• Knowledge of ANSI, ASME, API, NFPA, OSHA, EPA, FDA, etc.
• ISO, SQF, Lean Manufacturing and 5S is a plus, but not required.
• Motivated and able to work independently with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal partners to complete projects in a compliant, cost-efficient, and timely manner.
• Develop preliminary designs (PFD, P&ID).
• Specify equipment, material compatibility, heat loads, mass balance, etc.
• Submit Capital Expense Requests.
• Specify civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and controls packages.
• Identify regulatory permitting requirements and meet with regulatory officials as necessary.
• Conduct/lead design reviews with cross-functional project team.
• Manage scope, schedules, and contractors.
• Identify/manage resources for successful project execution.
• Budget development and cost control.
• Process validation.

Skills

Project management

Design engineering

Regulatory knowledge

Independent worker

Education

BS in Engineering

5 years of experience as project/process engineer

Job description

Hawkins Inc. in Roseville, MN is seeking a Project Engineer to support capital projects across chemical manufacturing and distribution facilities. You will drive front-end design, cost estimating, equipment specs, and start-up support, while integrating safety and regulatory compliance.

The role also involves process troubleshooting, design reviews, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, within-budget project delivery.