Process Engineers

Eichleay Main Career Page; Ferndale, Billings, Larkspur, Orange (WA, MT, CA, CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA contribution

401K match

Company benefits

Job summary

Eichleay, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Process Engineer to support Brownfield retrofit and new plant projects across refining, chemicals, and life sciences.

Based in Ferndale, WA or remote Western US, you will design PFDs and P&IDs, perform mass and energy balances, and contribute to safe, optimized process solutions. You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, I&C and piping teams, develop process design basis, and assist with cost estimates, vendor reviews, and field support during

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Licensed PE or pursuing licensure is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate awareness of health, safety, and environmental issues and pursue zero-harm goals.
• Develop and review process design basis, PFDs, and P&IDs.
• Support process equipment selection and sizing with other disciplines.
• Perform mass and energy balances, heat transfer, and fluid flow calculations.
• Assist in HAZOP/LOPA and safety reviews for projects.
• Prepare scope, technical specs, and vendor submittals.
• Support construction, commissioning, and field activities as required.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

PFD/PID design

HAZOP/LOPA

Process safety

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in CHE

Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

We are actively building a network of ProcessEngineers with 5+years of experienceto support increasing project demand across our organization.Positions will bebased in Ferndale, WA and throughout the Western United States.We areseekingto talk to experienced professionalswhohave a passionforprocess design, PFD/P&ID development, and multi-discipline project execution.Positionswill require the ability to support and contribute tocomplex industrial projects acrossone or more sectors including but not limited torefining, chemicals, life sciences,power,food and beverage,and advanced manufacturing environments.

At Eichleay, our Process Engineering team specializes in delivering innovative, safe, and optimized process solutions for complex facilities, including brownfield retrofit/expansion projects and new process installations.

Weare proactivelyconnectingwith engineers who want to be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplineEPCM environmentand take pride inpartnering with clients to solve operational challenges, improve system performance, and deliver high-quality outcomes acrossa variety of sectors.

Employment Type: Full-Time

*Other options may exist including part time, fixed-term, and casual (as needed employment types)

Compensation and Benefits: We offerfull-timeemployees'competitive compensation and benefits that include Medical/Dental/Vision, HSA company contribution, company 401K match, and more.

Experience: Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in Refining, Chemicals, Power, Life Sciences, Food & Beverage,Advanced Manufacturing,or related industrial industries.

General Core Responsibilities (may vary based on position)

• Demonstrate awareness and commitment to health,safetyand environmental issues. Address issues as necessary to ensure zero harm to all employees, clients, and contractors with zero environmental incidents.
• Consistently achieve goals, delivering quality andaccuratework while meeting project schedules, including reviewing project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Supportdevelopmentof process engineering deliverables and construction work packages for review and approval.
• Develop and define process design basis, process flow diagrams (PFDs), and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Perform process engineering calculations such as mass and energy balances, heat transfer, fluid flow, and equipment sizing.
• Support specification andselectionof process equipment including pumps, vessels, heat exchangers, and process systems, in coordination with mechanical and other disciplines.
• Participate in and support process safety activities including HAZOP, LOPA, and relief/flare system design reviews.
• Develop and review operating philosophies, control narratives, and process descriptions supporting I&C integration.
• Support scope development and create technical specifications for process systems and modifications.
• Prepare material requisitions, technical bid evaluations, and vendor submittal reviews.
• Respond toconstructionRFIs and support field activities asrequired.
• Provideman-hourestimates and support cost estimating and proposal development.
• Attend andparticipatein Client and Eichleay project team meetings. May require in-person interactions including site visits.
• Maintain schedule and budget commitments.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support construction, commissioning, start-up, and client turnaround activities asrequired.

Preferred Requirements/Skills

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Licensed PE or working toward licensure is highly desired.

Skills:

• Ability to coordinate across disciplines in a multi-discipline EPCM environment.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools in engineering workflows while maintaining responsible charge and accountability for deliverables.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
• Ability to coordinate with clients, vendors, and project teams.
• Ability to manage budgets and schedules, independently or with guidance.

Technical Competence

• Experience developing process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Experience performing process calculations including material and energy balances, heat transfer, and fluid flow.
• Experience with process equipment design and selection including pumps, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and reactors.
• Experience with process safety systems and methodologies including HAZOP and LOPA .
• Understanding of control systems integration and process control philosophies.
• Experience working with multi-discipline teams including mechanical, electrical, I&C, and piping.
• Experience supporting industrial facilities including refining, petrochemical, and manufacturing environments.
• Experience in regulated industries such as life sciences, cGMP manufacturing, or food & beverage is preferred .
• Familiarity with industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements applicable to process design.
• Experience supporting retrofit, expansion, or brownfield projects is preferred .

Industry Requirements

• RSO/HHFT Safety Training or ability to obtain.
• Client-specific safety training and badging.
• TWIC card or ability to obtain.
• Background screening (employment, education, criminal history, driving record).
• Participation in random drug and alcohol programs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing duties of this job, you would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear (this includes being able to hear and talk on site based communication equipment), distinguish between various colors, be able to hear safety tones/notifications, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, temperature or controls.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Overtime may be necessary as workload dictates. This may include weekdays and weekends.
• Job duties may be performed at a client site, production facility or industrial/construction job site. Day to day job direction will typically be by Eichleay team lead.
• Conditions and/or schedule may vary, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.
• Candidates will be required to follow our clients' site-based rules and protocols regarding infectious diseases.

Move Forward with Eichleay

Eichleay, Inc. is a dynamic organization with over 150 years of experience delivering integrated project management and engineering solutions across energy and chemicals, power generation, life sciences, mining, and food & beverage industries. We are committed to innovation, safety, and building long-lasting relationships with our clients.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.

Use of Artificial Intelligence:

At Eichleay, we embrace the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance efficiency and decision-making across our operations, including recruitment.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Professional Engineer

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