Houston Process Design Lead — FEED & Front‑End Engineer

Process Engineering Associates, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Process Engineering Associates, LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a full-time Senior Process Engineer (Lead Process Design Chemical Engineer) to develop detailed process design documents for clients across several industrial segments. Design work may include FEED packages and on-site support for small capital projects.

The ideal candidate has a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, at least 10 years of process engineering experience, and strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 10+ years of process engineering and design experience.
• Experience with typical deliverables (HMBs, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with clients and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed process design documents for clients across industrial segments.
• Create FEED packages to support capital projects.
• Provide on-site support for small capital projects as needed.
• Possibility for leadership roles as the Houston office grows.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client interaction

Leadership potential

Simulation experience

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HMBs

PFDs

P&IDs

Job description

OVERVIEW

PROCESS is actively seeking a full-time Senior Process Engineer (Lead Process Design Chemical Engineer) in our new Houston, TX office. The role involves development of detailed process design documents for clients in a variety of industrial market segments. Design work may include development of detailed front-end engineering design (FEED) packages to support clients in their capital project management and execution as well as providing on-site support to local clients for small capital project execution. This is a rare opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new office with potential for leadership roles.

LOCATION

The position will be for a new office in Houston, TX area supporting clients along the Gulf Coast but may require occasional travel to other locations across the U.S.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university
• A minimum of 10 years' experience in process engineering and design
• Well versed in typical chemical process engineering deliverables (HMBs, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications etc.)
• Ability to effectively interact with external and internal clients to support scope projects, resolve issues, and successfully drive completion of projects
• Above average verbal and written communication skills
• Simulation experience a plus but not required
• Project management experience a plus but not required
• Industrial project marketing experience a plus but not required
• Advanced degree and professional registration (TX P.E. license) a plus but not required.

COMPENSATION

Based on qualifications and experience.