Process Engineer

FlexTek; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer in West Memphis, Arkansas. This full-time role requires optimizing chemical processes, conducting simulations, and collaborating with teams to implement improvements. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Adherence to safety standards in plant settings is critical.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in process or production engineering.
• Experience working within industrial or plant settings.
• Must complete pre-employment background, medical, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes.
• Conduct process simulations and scale-up activities.
• Monitor and analyze process performance for improvements.
• Collaborate with R&D and operations teams for new technologies.

Skills

Process optimization

Chemical process simulations

Technical documentation

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

This range is provided by FlexTek. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Direct message the job poster from FlexTek

Chemical Process Engineer

Chemical Process Engineer

Job Title: Chemical Process Engineer

FLSA Status: Exempt

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes to improve efficiency, safety, and product quality.
• Conduct process simulations, heat and material balance calculations, and scale-up activities from lab/pilot to production.
• Prepare and review P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and other technical documentation.
• Monitor and analyze process performance, identifying opportunities for cost reduction, yield improvement, and waste minimization.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations, and project teams to implement new technologies and process improvements.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) aligned with industry best practices.
• Provide training and mentorship to plant personnel on process engineering fundamentals and safe work practices.
• Support capital projects by defining process requirements, evaluating vendor proposals, and overseeing commissioning/start-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and other applicable standards.
• Track and report process KPIs, recommending strategies for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field
• Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience in process or production engineering
• Travel: Approximately 10%
• Other: Must complete pre-employment background, medical, and drug screening; valid driver’s license required

The role involves work within industrial or plant settings where adherence to safety standards and procedures is critical. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting