Process Engineer

NextPlay Jobs; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Profit sharing

Job summary

NextPlay Jobs is partnering with an established engineering and technology company in the renewable fuels industry to add Process Engineers to its growing team in Wichita, Kansas. You will design and improve processes that help biorefineries run more efficiently, reduce energy use, and maximize output.

You will develop PFDs and P&IDs, build material and energy balances, and trouble-shoot at operating plants while collaborating with customers and plant teams. Travel about 20% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 3–10 years of process engineering experience in biofuels, ethanol, or related industries.
• Hands-on experience with PFD and P&ID development, equipment specification, and plant optimization.
• Familiar with AutoCAD and process simulation tools such as Aspen or ChemCAD.
• Detail-oriented, clear communicator, able to work independently after training.
• Willingness to travel to plant sites about 20% with valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update PFDs and P&IDs, and write equipment specifications for new designs and plant modifications
• Build material and energy balances for new and improving processes
• Troubleshoot issues at operating plants and develop practical, cost-effective fixes
• Evaluate process equipment and operations to reduce cost, improve yield, and cut waste
• Support projects from design through commissioning and start-up, including tracking project time
• Work with customers and plant teams on layout, controls, and equipment for handling liquids, solids, and gases

Skills

PFD & P&ID development

AutoCAD

Process simulation

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Aspen

ChemCAD

Job description

Our client, an established engineering and technology company in the renewable fuels industry, is adding Process Engineers to its growing team. You'll design and improve processes that help biorefineries run more efficiently, cut energy use, and get more out of every bushel.

What You'll Do

• Develop and update PFDs and P&IDs, and write equipment specifications for new designs and plant modifications
• Build material and energy balances for new and improving processes
• Troubleshoot issues at operating plants and develop practical, cost-effective fixes
• Evaluate process equipment and operations to reduce cost, improve yield, and cut waste
• Support projects from design through commissioning and start-up, including tracking project time
• Work with customers and plant teams on layout, controls, and equipment for handling liquids, solids, and gases

What You Bring

• A bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field
• 3-10 years of process engineering experience. Biofuels, ethanol, or other process industries like refining, chemicals, or food and ag processing are all a plus.
• Hands-on experience with PFD and P&ID development, equipment specification, and plant optimization
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and process simulation software such as Aspen or ChemCAD
• Strong attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to work independently after training
• Willingness to travel to plant sites about 20% of the time, with a valid driver's license

Why This Role

• A competitive salary of $100,000-$145,000 depending on experience, plus annual profit sharing
• Relocation assistance available
• Variety across greenfield design, retrofits, and plant optimization
• A collaborative, high-trust engineering team where your designs make a measurable difference