Process Engineer - Plant Performance & Optimization

Cornerstone Surveying & Mapping; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Engineering Inc. is seeking a seasoned Chemical Engineer to monitor plant performance, optimize processes, and support capital projects across multiple western US locations. The role requires strong communication, meticulous attention to detail, and a track record of process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of relevant experience, a B.S. in Chemical Engineering (ABET-accredited), and be authorized to work in the U.S. A P.E.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 5–10 years of engineering-related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and solution-oriented.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
• P.E. license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operating performance and report on efficiency, yields, emissions, and process safety.
• Evaluate equipment performance and generate recommendations to improve process equipment.
• Provide process optimization, troubleshooting, data analysis, and technical support to operations.
• Provide detailed engineering support and manage changes through the Management of Change process.
• Evaluate and participate in the development of capital improvement projects to increase production capacity and energy efficiency.
• Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, scopes of work, and equipment specifications for projects.
• Review new operating procedures and conduct training for operations personnel.
• Participate in PHAs, LOPA studies, and incident investigations.
• Identify and implement EHS-related action items to meet schedule requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

ABET-accredited

Job description

Keystone Engineering Inc. is seeking a seasoned Chemical Engineer to monitor plant performance, optimize processes, and support capital projects across multiple western US locations. The role requires strong communication, meticulous attention to detail, and a track record of process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of relevant experience, a B.S. in Chemical Engineering (ABET-accredited), and be authorized to work in the U.S. A P.E.