Process Engineer

MAU; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $70,000–$120,000

PTO & holidays

Insurance

401(k) with match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MAU Workforce Solutions is hiring a Process Engineer for AvanTech in Columbia, SC. You will design, develop, test, and implement liquid waste treatment and contaminated effluent conditioning systems for government and commercial nuclear projects.

This is a direct-hire opportunity with a competitive benefits package, including PTO, health insurance, 401(k) with match, and growth opportunities. Monday–Friday or Monday–Thursday work schedule, with a focus on safe working practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or Environmental Engineering required.
• Minimum of 3 years engineering experience.
• Preferred: chemical engineering degree strongly preferred.
• Experience in plant operations or manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop process engineering solutions for liquid waste treatment and effluent conditioning.
• Prepare PFDs, MEBs, and P&IDs for projects.
• Perform detailed calculations to size and select pumps, valves, instrumentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams to support integrated systems.
• Develop analyses, test protocols, and technical reports.
• Lead bench-scale and pilot-scale testing; analyze data.
• Support fabrication and resolve process-related design concerns.
• Participate in on-site system start-ups for projects.

Skills

Process design

PFDs P&IDs

MEBs

Instrumentation sizing

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

MAU is hiring a Process Engineer for our client, AvanTech, in Columbia, SC. As a Process Engineer, you will design, develop, test, and implement liquid waste treatment and contaminated effluent conditioning systems for government and commercial nuclear projects. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• Salary: $70,000–$120,000, based on experience, skill level, and certifications
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance with employer contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• Growth opportunities

Shift Information

• Monday – Friday or Monday – Thursday work schedule

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a similar engineering discipline
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering strongly preferred
• Experience in plant operations, process design, or manufacturing environments preferred; transferable engineering backgrounds considered

General Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret chemical engineering documentation, including material and energy balances, process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment drawings
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients and cross-functional engineering teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or other drafting software preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges
• Ability to manage priorities and maintain productivity across multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Initiative to learn new technologies and develop creative engineering solutions
• Commitment to safe working practices
• Ability to pass a drug test, pre-employment physical, and background investigation

Essential Functions

• Design and develop process engineering solutions for liquid waste treatment and contaminated effluent conditioning systems.
• Prepare process flow diagrams (PFDs), material and energy balances (MEBs), and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Perform detailed engineering calculations to size and select process components, including pumps, control valves, instrumentation, and consumables.
• Communicate process designs and collaborate closely with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to support integrated system development.
• Develop engineering analyses, test protocols, and technical reports to demonstrate that process designs perform their required functions.
• Design and execute bench-scale and pilot-scale testing initiatives, including test apparatus design, test instruction development, and data analysis.
• Support fabrication activities by providing technical engineering feedback and resolving process-related design concerns.
• Participate in on-site system start-ups for water treatment and contaminated effluent conditioning projects.
• Develop innovative engineering solutions to complex liquid waste treatment challenges.
• Collaborate with clients and internal engineering teams throughout project design, testing, and implementation.

MAU Workforce Solutions is an innovative global company with extensive experience providing solutions for success in staffing, recruiting, technology and outsourcing to our clients, employees, and applicants. Headquartered in Augusta, GA since 1973, MAU is a family and minority-owned company offering better processes and better people to create efficiencies and greater profits for our clients. Our relationships with world-class companies, our training programs and our culture of family allow MAU to offer better results, better jobs, and better lives to those who work with us.

All Applicants must submit to background check and drug screening

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position