Process Engineer

Cornerstone Surveying & Mapping; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Engineering Inc. is seeking a seasoned Chemical Engineer to monitor plant performance, optimize processes, and support capital projects across multiple western US locations. The role requires strong communication, meticulous attention to detail, and a track record of process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of relevant experience, a B.S. in Chemical Engineering (ABET-accredited), and be authorized to work in the U.S. A P.E.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 5–10 years of engineering-related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and solution-oriented.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
• P.E. license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operating performance and report on efficiency, yields, emissions, and process safety.
• Evaluate equipment performance and generate recommendations to improve process equipment.
• Provide process optimization, troubleshooting, data analysis, and technical support to operations.
• Provide detailed engineering support and manage changes through the Management of Change process.
• Evaluate and participate in the development of capital improvement projects to increase production capacity and energy efficiency.
• Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, scopes of work, and equipment specifications for projects.
• Review new operating procedures and conduct training for operations personnel.
• Participate in PHAs, LOPA studies, and incident investigations.
• Identify and implement EHS-related action items to meet schedule requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

ABET-accredited

Job description

Keystone Engineering Inc. opened for business in 1988 and for decades, has been a reliable provider of qualified engineering resources and technically innovative solutions. Keystone was founded to be an enduring company, and to provide an environment for our employees and clients to innovate, thrive, and be successful.

Keystone’s family of companies include: Milestone Project Services, SIS SILverstone, VeraPro, and Salmon & Associates

Our varied and extensive experience indicates that successful projects come down to personnel. We incorporate their individual skills in a process that’s geared toward excellence. The intentional pairing of people and process is the reason why clients know that they can trust their projects in the hands of Keystone. Services Offered: 3D Laser Scanning, Controls & Automation, Construction Management, Design & Drafting, Engineering: Civil/Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, Process, Functional Safety, Information Technology, Instrumentation, On‑Site Services, Operations & Commissioning Support, Procurement, Project Management.

Position Type

Full‑time

Location

Montana, Utah, Washington, and/or Wyoming, USA

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Office/Sedentary

Travel Requirements

Occasional site visits

Essential Functions

• Monitor and report on plant operating performance of assigned units including overall plant efficiency, capacity, product yields, catalyst life, emissions, and process safety. Collect field data as required to ensure accuracy of results.
• Complete performance evaluations and generate recommendations to resolve identified problems found in process equipment including compressors, turbines, heat exchangers, absorbers, strippers, boilers, combustion equipment, and reactors.
• Provide process optimization, troubleshooting, data analysis, and technical support to the operations organization.
• Provide detailed engineering support and monitor / expedite assigned jobs through the Management of Change process to ensure timely execution.
• Evaluate and participate in the development of potential capital improvement projects to increase production capacity, improve energy efficiency, and enhance EHS performance.
• Prepare and review documents including PFDs, P&IDs, scopes of work, and equipment specifications to support capital improvement project budget authorization requests and approved project execution. Provide detailed written justifications for management approval.
• Review new operational procedures and conduct training for operations personnel for significant changes.
• Participate in PHAs, LOPA studies, and incident investigations.
• Identify and implement solutions to EHS related action items to meet schedule requirements.
• Assist Maintenance and Operations during turnarounds by providing pre-turnaround process engineering recommendations, assisting in planning specialty work, performing equipment inspections related to process issues, monitoring equipment repairs that can affect the process, coordinating catalyst replacements, and assisting with plant restarts.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 5-10 years of engineering‑related experience.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) required.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and solution advocate.
• Attention to detail.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Experience Preferred

• P.E. License

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.