Lead Process Engineer (35324)

STSI (Staffing Technical Services Inc.); Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to client benefits package

Job summary

STSI (Staffing Technical Services Inc.) is seeking a Lead Process Engineer in Aurora, IL, offering a hybrid work model. You will prepare data, perform engineering calculations, and lead projects while coaching less experienced team members.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 5-15 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a salary range of $90,000 to $150,000 and access to client benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of experience in engineering analysis and design.
• Preferred experience in chemicals, food, pharma/bio, or oil and gas.
• Ability to perform heat exchanger design calculation.

Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare data/information, perform engineering calculations.
• Develop technical specifications and perform technical evaluations.
• Provide leadership by checking installations and solving problems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

HYSYS

AspenPlus

AFT Fathom

AFT Arrow

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead Process Engineer

Downers Grove, IL (Hybrid / Onsite)

Pay Range: $90,000 - $150,000

Benefits: Access to client benefits package

Summary

As an Industrial Lead Process Engineer, you will collect and prepare data/information and perform detailed engineering calculations. The Industrial Lead Process Engineer will also perform engineering design and analysis on complex or unique problems and will coach/develop less experienced engineers, designers, and drafters.

Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare data/information, perform detailed engineering calculations, and write formal engineering/technical reports.
• Develop technical specifications and data sheets, perform technical evaluation of bids, and recommend best value design which meets client requirements for operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.
• Provide field leadership work by checking installations and problem‑solving activities.
• Perform calculation checking and vendor drawing reviews.
• Serve as a Project Lead for more complex projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staffing recommendations, and checking project deliverables prior to issuance.
• Interact with other departments and suppliers to obtain pertinent information.

Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required; chemical preferred.
• 5-15 years of experience performing basic engineering analysis and design functions.
• PE license preferred.
• Preferred experience in chemicals, refining, agribusiness, food, pharma/bio, oil and gas.
• Experience in pressure relief analysis and flare system design and documentation.
• Process flow drawing (PFD) and P&ID development experience preferred.
• Experience in the design of process equipment (vessels, pumps, exchangers, fired heaters/equipment, compressors) specifications.
• Ability to perform heat exchanger design calculation.
• Working knowledge of API 520/521 and ASME codes.
• Process steady state modeling experience (HYSYS, AspenPlus, etc.).
• Hydraulic modeling experience (AFT Fathom, AFT Arrow, etc.) preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and attention to detail abilities.
• Excellent multitasking and organizational abilities for project efficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.

Location/Region: Aurora, IL (60598)