Process Design Engineer

Chevron; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron is seeking a Process Design Engineer to lead design activities for projects across Midwest biodiesel facilities, delivering technically sound designs from early concept to detailed engineering. The role requires coordinating with process engineering, HSE and operations, developing P&IDs, PFDs, GA drawings, equipment specs, and performing engineering calculations; travel 25–50% is expected.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering is required; relocation may be considered

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering is required.
• Experience leading design activities and cross-functional engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead design activities and ensure technical integrity of project design.
• Develop P&IDs, PFDs, GA drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Perform design calculations for equipment, piping, relief devices, and related engineering tasks.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analysis and model reviews as required by project stage.
• Identify relevant Engineering Standards and internal/external resources for the project.
• Oversee 3rd party engineering partners and engage with stakeholders across functions.

Skills

Design leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

P&ID development

Engineering calculations

Education

BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Process Design Engineer through November 18, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time).

Performs design activities to deliver projects, ensuring the technical integrity of the project design. Leads cross-disciplinary design activities; works closely with other functions to ensure projects are completed safely, timely, cost effectively, and are of desired quality.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• The Process Design Engineer is responsible for supporting one or more projects with total installed costs ranging from $50k to $2.5MM by providing engineering expertise in development and evaluation of projects from early phase to detailed engineering.
• This role will require being able to lead development of Piping & Instrument Diagrams, Process Flow Diagrams, General Arrangement Drawings, equipment specifications and other design related documents.
• The position will be responsible at times to complete design calculations for equipment, piping, relief devices and other engineering calculations.
• Will be required to participate in Process Hazard Analysis and various model reviews as required by the project stage and complexity.
• Candidate must be able to identify relevant Engineering Standards and internal/external resources applicable to the project.
• This role will require oversight of 3rd party engineering business partners when necessary and will partner with project managers to lead effective engagements with stakeholders and internal teams (e.g. process engineering, HSE, operations, maintenance and reliability, etc)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• This role supports projects at Chevron biodiesel manufacturing facilities located in the Midwest and West coast. 25%-50% travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding chemical processes and equipment and the interaction between units is preferred.
• Biodiesel/Renewable Diesel Production experience.
• Greater than 2 years of oil & gas complex process facilities experience (refining, chemical plant, LNG, etc).

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered.

International Considerations

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.