Process Engineer

Polaris Engineering, Inc.; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Lake Charles is seeking a motivated Process Engineer. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a commitment to safety and project delivery. Candidates should have a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and 2-7 years of experience in process engineering, with familiarity in HYSYS or PROII. Responsibilities include developing Process Flow Diagrams, performing hydraulic calculations, and designing process equipment. Opportunities for short-term travel may be available.

Qualifications

• 2-7 years experience in process engineering.
• Familiar with HYSYS or PROII simulation.
• Relevant experience in process design.

Responsibilities

• Perform process engineering fundamentals.
• Develop heat and material balance.
• Develop Process Flow Diagrams.
• Conduct hydraulic calculations.

Skills

Process engineering fundamentals

Effective communication

HYSYS or PROII

Documentation and quality peer review

Education

B. S. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

POSITION: Process Engineer

LOCATION: Lake Charles

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Motivated Process Engineer contributing technical expertise, collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and project delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform broad range of process engineering fundamentals
• Develops heat and material balance
• Develops Process Flow Diagrams
• Develop process design P&IDs
• Develop Simulation Models
• Performs hydraulic calculations for existing system analysis or grassroots design
• Evaluates the performance of process equipment
• Designs process equipment
• Develop project reports
• Develop small‑cap process designs (process design package, PDP)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B. S. in Chemical Engineering from accredited program
• 2-7 years experience in process engineering
• Familiar HYSYS or PROII simulation experience
• Relevant experience in process design
• Ability to communicate effectively with multi‑discipline teams, vendors or clients
• Understanding of documentation and ability to quality peer review
• Available for short‑term travel

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Reports to the Process Department Engineer Manager

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to 40 pounds at times
• Ability to perform field work as required at client sites