Engineer II Process

Zachry Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) in Houston, TX invites applications for a Process Engineer II to support our Design Centers in Houston or Corpus Christi. The Process Engineer II will work under the Sr.

Process Engineer to meet project objectives and deliverables. The role covers PFDs, P&IDs, heat and mass balances, hydraulics, equipment sizing and process simulations, with involvement in process hazard reviews and relief system design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and complex problem solving.
• Attention to detail and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Develops PFDs and Heat and Mass Balances.
• Develops P&ID and equipment datasheets.
• Performs hydraulic analysis and sizing calculations for piping systems.
• Develops process simulations.
• Contributes to process hazard analyses (HAZID/HAZOP/LOPA).
• Relief system design, including valve sizing and flare analysis.
• Represents and presents technical information to peers or clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Information ordering

Complex problem solving

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Judgment and decision making

Process engineering software

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is currently accepting applications for a Process Engineer II to support our Design Centers in Houston or Corpus Christi, TX. The Process Engineer II will be responsible for completing project specific objectives, on time, under the direction of the Sr. Process Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Develops Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), and Heat and Mass Balances (HMB)
• Develops Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), and Process / Mechanical Equipment Datasheets
• Performs hydraulic analysis and calculations for piping systems.
• Develops process simulations.
• Performs calculations for sizing and rating various equipment like pumps, horizontal and vertical vessels, heat exchangers, and air coolers.
• Develops line lists, specialty items and piping tie-in lists.
• Writes Process Description and Process Design Basis.
• Devises new approaches to problems encountered, receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects.
• Works as a fully competent engineer in all conventional aspects of the subject matter or the functional area of the assignment.
• Follows project responsibilities as defined for the assigned project position.
• Supports projects as an individual contributor.
• Participates in various client PFD, P&ID, and Process Hazard Analysis reviews (i.e.HAZID, HAZOP/LOPA).
• Responsible for design of relief system including contingency analysis, relief valve sizing, flare header design, and flare header analysis.
• Present technical information to peers and/or clients for review and comment.
• Analyze problems and take appropriate action to ensure continuous and reliable operation of equipment and systems.
• Performs other duties of a related nature which may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree inChemical or Mechanical Engineering
• Good Communication Skills (Active Listening, Verbal, and Written)
• Information Ordering
• Complex Problem Solving (STEM)
• Critical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Proficient with Process Engineering Computer Software
• Strong desire to learn.

Physical Demands

Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, video chat and software systems. Position may include visits to construction sites and industrial facilities requiring mobility (on ground and at heights) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hardhat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and work boots.

Work Environment

This position will be required to be in the company office. Employee will be based out of the Zachry office, but may be required to work in multiple environments, including the office, operating plant, or warehouse, or in a trailer or building on a construction site. At operating plants and construction sites, noise levels will be moderate to high. Job sites may contain the following: light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking. Noise levels vary and may include bells, whistles, and alarms.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Process Engineer I position.It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

ZACHRY GROUP is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Info

• Job Identification 16139
• Job Category Process Eng
• Posting Date 10/20/2026, 05:08 PM
• Locations 3151 Briarpark Dr, Houston, TX, 77042, US