Process Engineer - Lake Charles, LA in Houston

Energy Jobline ZR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ABGi USA is seeking a Process Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering projects across chemical, petrochemical, refining and industrial sectors.

The role targets 2–7 years of experience and emphasizes problem-solving, teamwork, and communication as projects progress from concept to execution.

Qualifications

• 2–7 years of process engineering experience in EPC, consulting, or industrial manufacturing.
• Experience with process simulation software such as HYSYS, Aspen HYSYS, PROII, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals and design.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally to client or project sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop process engineering deliverables including heat and mass balances, PFDs, and P&IDs.
• Build and maintain process simulations using HYSYS, PROII, or similar software.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and evaluate equipment performance.
• Develop process designs for new and existing facilities.
• Prepare engineering reports, technical documentation, and PDPs.
• Collaborate with mechanical, piping, instrumentation, electrical, and project teams.
• Support projects through the engineering and design lifecycle.

Skills

Process engineering

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HYSYS

Aspen HYSYS

PROII

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

ABGi USA is hiring on behalf of one of our engineering and industrial clients for a Process Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing engineering team supporting a variety of projects across the chemical, petrochemical, refining, and industrial sectors.

We're seeking an engineer with 2–7 years of experience who enjoys process engineering, technical problem-solving, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept through execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop process engineering deliverables including heat and material balances, Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Build and maintain process simulation models using HYSYS, PROII, or similar software.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and evaluate process equipment performance.
• Develop process designs for new and existing facilities.
• Prepare engineering reports, technical documentation, and process design packages (PDPs).
• Collaborate with mechanical, piping, instrumentation, electrical, and project engineering teams.
• Support projects throughout the engineering and design lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 2–7 years of process engineering experience in an EPC, consulting, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience with process simulation software such as HYSYS, Aspen HYSYS, PROII, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals and process design.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally to client or project sites.

Why Apply?

• Work on diverse and technically challenging engineering projects.
• Collaborate with an experienced, multidisciplinary team.
• Gain exposure to a variety of industries and clients.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and strong opportunities for professional growth.

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