Process Engineer 4

Day & Zimmermann; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann is seeking a Process Engineer 4 to serve as a key technical force on complex engineering projects in the chemical process industry. You will lead early-phase deliverables, perform system evaluations, heat and material balances, P&IDs, and equipment data sheets while supporting detailed design and safe, constructible solutions.

You will collaborate with process, mechanical, piping, electrical, controls, and project management professionals to drive technical excellence,

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Hydraulic Modeling and Pump Sizing with exposure to advanced tools like AFT Fathom.
• Expertise in Heat Transfer principles and design of heat exchangers and process equipment.
• Experience developing design bases for Capital Cost Estimates to aid budgeting and planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to learn design, analysis, and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers and designers across multiple projects with high-quality outputs.
• Develop conceptual designs and evaluate alternative solutions for constructability and performance.
• Manage changes to process scope to stay within budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, construction crews, vendors, and clients to solve problems.
• Plan work, assess staffing, and schedule resources for assigned teams.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Pump sizing

Heat transfer

Capital cost estimates

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AFT Fathom

AFT Arrow

Job description

About Day And Zimmermann

No problem is too challenging or complex for Day & Zimmermann Maintenance and Construction (DZMC) because We do what we say! ® We’re here to make life easier for plant owners in the Power, Chemical, and Industrial markets. With our wide-ranging capabilities and long-standing industry experience, we deliver innovative solutions and seamless processes that effectively manage all aspects of the plant life cycle. It’s no wonder we’re the #1 maintenance services provider in the United States. Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customer’s power and improve the world! https://www.dayzim.com/services-and-products/maintenance-construction

About Day And Zimmermann

No problem is too challenging or complex for Day & Zimmermann Maintenance and Construction (DZMC) because We do what we say! ® We’re here to make life easier for plant owners in the Power, Chemical, and Industrial markets. With our wide-ranging capabilities and long-standing industry experience, we deliver innovative solutions and seamless processes that effectively manage all aspects of the plant life cycle. It’s no wonder we’re the #1 maintenance services provider in the United States. Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customer’s power and improve the world! https://www.dayzim.com/services-and-products/maintenance-construction

Opportunity Overview

As a Process Engineer 4 at DZMC, you will serve as a key technical force behind complex engineering projects across the chemical process industry. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise to challenging, high-impact work supporting clients and facilities in the munitions, petrochemical, and chemical intermediates sectors.

You will lead the development of critical early-phase engineering deliverables, including code reviews, comprehensive system evaluations, heat and material balances, process flow diagrams, engineering calculations, piping and instrumentation diagrams, scopes of work, and equipment data sheets. You will also provide essential support throughout detailed design, helping transform sound engineering concepts into safe, efficient, and constructible solutions.

As an integral member of the DZMC Engineering team, you will contribute across multiple projects while partnering closely with process, mechanical, piping, electrical, controls, and project management professionals. Your ability to connect conceptual design with practical execution will help ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, client satisfaction, and successful project delivery.

If you are ready to take on meaningful engineering challenges, influence innovative solutions, and make a visible impact across critical industrial projects, DZMC offers an environment where your technical leadership, creativity, and commitment to quality can truly shape the future of process engineering.

As the Process Engineer 4, here is the work you'll do:

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of engineers and designers on multiple concurrent projects, ensuring high-quality discipline engineering outputs with minimal supervision.
• Develop innovative conceptual designs and conduct thorough evaluations of alternative solutions based on criteria such as constructability, operational performance, energy efficiency, reliability, maintainability, initial and life-cycle costs, as well as environmental considerations.
• Manage changes to process scope diligently to keep project deliverables within approved budgets and predefined schedules.
• Coordinate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including other engineering disciplines, construction crews, site personnel, vendors, subcontractors, and clients, fostering clear communication and collaborative problem-solving.
• Plan and review detailed work plans, assess staffing needs, and schedule resources efficiently for your assigned teams and projects.
• Conduct meticulous reviews and provide approvals for engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications to ensure strict compliance with established company procedures, design standards, project requirements, and cost estimates.
• Through these responsibilities, you will ensure the integrity, safety, and practicality of engineering solutions, while driving continuous improvements and embracing industry best practices.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Strong foundation in Hydraulic Modeling and Pump Sizing, with either hands-on experience or a willingness and aptitude to learn advanced tools such as AFT Fathom; similarly, knowledge or capability to learn Compressible Gas System Modeling through software like AFT Arrow.
• Expertise in Heat Transfer principles, including the design and specification of heat exchangers and other process equipment, ensuring optimal thermal performance and energy efficiency.
• Proven experience in developing comprehensive design bases that inform Capital Cost Estimates, enabling accurate project budgeting and financial planning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, allowing effective interaction with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients while producing clear and professional technical documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with adaptability to quickly master additional software platforms required for design, analysis, and project management tasks.

And If You Have These Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering is required, ensuring a strong foundational knowledge of chemical processes and engineering principles.
• An advanced degree in a related field is preferred, reflecting a commitment to continued learning and specialized expertise.
• A minimum of 12 years of professional experience, demonstrating a deep technical background and progressive responsibility in engineering roles.
• At least 6 years of experience within the EPCm industry or direct exposure to operating companies in the chemical process sector, including but not limited to munitions, chemical manufacturing, petrochemical plants, chemical intermediates, or fiber industries. This industry-specific experience is critical for success in this position.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $114,960.00 - $172,440.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees and it shows.

Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail], and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.