Process Engineering Department Manager

Middough Inc.; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Middough Inc. is seeking a Process Engineering Department Manager in Downers Grove, IL. You will lead a team of engineers to deliver projects on time and within budget, while adhering to codes, standards, and Middough processes.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years as a process engineer and 5+ years in leadership, with strong experience in refining, oil & gas, and chemicals, plus familiarity with AspenTech. A PE license is preferred and Microsoft Office proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• Accredited BS in a Process Engineering discipline (e.g., Chemical or Mechanical).
• PE license preferred.
• 15+ years as a Process Engineer with 5+ years in leadership.
• Experience in batch processes, refining, oil & gas, and chemicals.
• Proven coaching and team-development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct the team on projects.
• Collaborate with senior management on project planning and staffing.
• Coach and develop engineers using best practices and training tools.
• Direct planning, cost development, and scheduling for projects.
• Provide quality checks and reviews of all projects.
• Manage quality standards and approve technical deliverables.
• Perform technical analyses for complex projects and ensure client satisfaction.
• Support business development and client proposals as needed.

Skills

Process engineering

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Science in Process Engineering

Professional Engineer license preferred

Tools

AspenTech

Microsoft Office

Job description

Process Engineering Department Manager - Position and Responsibilities

As a Process Engineering Department Manager (DM) with Middough, you will lead, direct, and manage a team to complete assigned work on time, within budget, and in accordance with applicable codes/standards and Middough work processes and guidelines. The DM will also provide technical and management leadership by solving complex problems using technology, lessons learned, and best practices for technical and project execution excellence.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct team members to the successful completion of projects.
• Collaborate with senior management in coordinating work for projects.
• Collaborate with senior management and HR on technical staffing to recruit and interview candidates.
• Coach and develop team members using best practices, performance management, supportive behavior, and training tools.
• Participate in planning, cost-development, project management and scheduling for assigned projects
• Use company work processes to provide quality checks and reviews of all assigned projects.
• Manage quality and accuracy standards for the process department and review and approve completed technical deliverables.
• Perform technical analysis and solutions for complex or unique projects.
• Secure peer review as needed to help guarantee quality products are produced per client, industry, and company expectations.
• Use scheduling and earned value tool(s) to help ensure forecasting is predictable and projects are completed on time and per budget.
• Develop client rapport by providing valued technical and managerial solutions.
• Take an active role as needed in support of business development activities to keep team productive.
• Provide support and input for client proposals and presentations.

Education, Experience and Skills

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in a Process Engineering discipline (e.g. Chemical or Mechanical).
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• 15+ years of experience as a Process Engineer.
• 5+ years of leadership experience including leading, developing, and coaching a team of engineers.
• Strong experience in process engineering with batch processes, refining, oil and gas, industrial chemicals, agricultural and/or food / beverage.
• Experience with AspenTech software suite is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and be highly organized for effective project planning.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Physical Requirements

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the successful candidate will:

• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, bend or twist, use repeating motions that may include the wrists/hands/fingers and talk and hear.
• Frequently use up-close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Should not expect adverse environmental conditions within company offices.
• May be exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as climbing ladders and/or stairs, extreme heat and/or cold, and/or poor air quality) if or when on‑site at a client facility. Noise levels may be moderate to high at various client sites, hearing protection may be required and/or provided. Safety protections provided by the client and/or company are required to be used and followed.
• May require occasional car or air travel to other company locations or client sites.
• This position requires the candidate/employee to possess and maintain a valid driver's license in their state of residence and auto insurance coverage.

About Middough

Middough Inc. (Middough), founded in 1950, is a leading professional engineering, architecture and project solutions company providing services to a broad spectrum of Fortune 500 clients in nine core industries with offices across the Central, Midwest and Northeast regions. Our diversified team is our greatest asset, and they are challenged with a large variety of interesting projects, management and technical development opportunities and team building experiences. Middough employs the best and brightest individuals who share our passion for excellence and who are dedicated to client satisfaction, quality service, safety awareness and professional development.

What Middough Offers

We offer a growth and learning culture which encourages and supports employee development through a wide variety of tools and resources such as the company Learning Management System, Middough Learning Center. Middough provides an opportunity to bring your talents and expertise to a successful and growing organization for your career advancement goals. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation and the following comprehensive benefits package, based on eligibility and plan terms/changes:

• A hybrid work model for work-life flexibility (based on business and client needs)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and Travel insurance
• Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Certifications and Registrations (as applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program

Middough participates in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) E-Verify program to confirm work authorization.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit based factors or any other protected characteristic under protected by federal, state, or local laws. Middough does not support sponsorship for any applicant that requires an employment visa (i.e., H-1B) to work lawfully in the US.