Lead Process Engineer

FutureStep Korn Ferry; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FutureStep Korn Ferry is seeking a Lead Process Engineer located in the Town of Niskayuna, New York. This role involves designing projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and leading engineering efforts for process development and quality systems.

The ideal candidate will possess a B.S. in Chemical Engineering with 5-15 years of experience. A solid understanding of engineering standards and project management is crucial for success. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required.
• 5–15 years of experience in process engineering is typical.
• Possession of graduate-level education is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Designing and specifying product/plant/process projects.
• Conducting conceptual design and economic evaluation of processes.
• Ensuring compliance with EH&S regulations and standards.

Skills

Safety compliance

Process engineering

Project management

ISO9001 Quality System knowledge

Use of Aspen and AutoCAD

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Graduate-level engineering or business education

Tools

Aspen

AutoCAD

Pipeline planner

Job description

Job Description

This position reports to the Director of Global Process Development. The Lead Process Engineer is responsible for designing and specifying existing and new product/plant/process projects, including calculations, flow diagrams, mass and energy balances, and equipment specifications in accordance with company standards and legal requirements. The Lead Process Engineer is also responsible for implementation and maintenance of the SIG Quality System. The Lead Process Engineer is an experienced and seasoned Process Engineer who can complete programs/projects with little direction and limited oversight.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring personal and others’ safety at all times.
• Adhering to all applicable EH&S regulations and Engineering Standards; participating in safety audits, incident investigations, PHA/HAZOP studies, and maintaining Responsible Care compliance.
• Completing all required safety training in a timely manner.
• Participating or leading safety audits/inspections, event investigations, PHA/HAZOP studies, Six Sigma teams, project management teams, and project briefings.
• Maintaining, developing, and applying standards to ensure compliance with legislation, Responsible Care, and shareholder expectations.
• Conducting conceptual design and economic evaluation of processes or modifications; working with R&D to transition projects from laboratory to pilot plant to production.
• Developing equipment performance specifications and providing heat and material balances.
• Conducting pilot plant and/or equipment testing of a process or process step.
• Evaluating alternative raw materials and leading contract manufacturing evaluations.
• Performing detailed engineering reviews, writing Process Manual, and participating in various engineering aspects of capital projects.
• Supervising startup of a new process or modification at pilot or commercial scale.
• Serving as a technical lead in design, implementation, and improvement of new and existing projects and processes with specialist engineers and managers across SI Group sites.
• Fulfilling TSCA responsibilities as defined in the TSCA Compliance Management System Manual and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintaining relationships with plant and equipment suppliers, specialists, consultants, and university faculty.
• Providing support, as needed, in all areas to the Director – Global Process Development.

Process Development:

• Conceptual design and economic evaluation of processes or modifications.
• Planning the smooth transition of projects from laboratory to pilot plant to production.
• Identifying plant/process requirements and commissioning of plant/process modifications.

Quality:

Understand the ISO9001 Quality System/ISO14000 Safety System and how it affects job functions, ensuring compliance.

Skill Development:

Maintain competency in using job‑specific tools such as Aspen, AutoCAD, pipeline planner, etc.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program (required).
• Graduate‑level engineering or business education is beneficial.
• 5–15 years of experience (typical).
• Other language fluency is not required but beneficial.

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Job Location

SI Group operates on five continents with facilities in 10 countries and a presence in over 90 countries. The position location will be determined based on project needs and may require travel.