Process Tech

Zachry Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group seeks a Process Technician to support the Process Engineering team in designing and executing industrial projects across energy, chemical, and manufacturing sectors. You will assist engineers with process calculations, deliverables, data analysis, and process documentation in a collaborative engineering environment.

The role requires strong technical aptitude, organization, and the ability to work with multiple disciplines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting industrial, chemical, energy, oil & gas, manufacturing, or EPC projects.
• Strong understanding of industrial process systems and equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary project team.

Responsibilities

• Support Process Engineers in developing and maintaining process design documentation.
• Prepare and revise PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, and process datasheets.
• Gather, organize, and analyze process data to support studies and projects.
• Assist with equipment sizing calculations for pumps, vessels, heat exchangers, and related equipment.
• Review vendor documentation and technical specifications for compliance.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, I&C, Civil/Structural, and Piping disciplines.
• Maintain project documentation and engineering files per company standards.
• Support process hazard analyses (PHA), HAZOP studies, and safety reviews.
• Participate in project meetings and track action items.
• Assist with plant startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operations support.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and safety regulations.

Skills

Industrial process knowledge

Data analysis

Process documentation

Reading engineering drawings

Microsoft Office

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Aspen HYSYS

P&ID interpretation

Job description

Job Description

Zachry Engineering Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Process Technician to support the Process Engineering team in the development, design, and execution of industrial projects. The Process Technician will assist engineers with process calculations, preparation of engineering deliverables, data analysis, process documentation, and plant design activities for projects across the energy, chemical, manufacturing, and industrial sectors. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical aptitude, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Process Engineers in developing and maintaining process design documentation.


• Prepare and revise process flow diagrams (PFDs), process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), heat and material balances, and process datasheets.


• Gather, organize, and analyze process data to support engineering studies and project execution.


• Assist with equipment sizing calculations for pumps, vessels, heat exchangers, compressors, and related process equipment.


• Review vendor documentation and technical specifications for compliance with project requirements.


• Coordinate with engineering disciplines including Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls, Civil/Structural, and Piping.


• Maintain project documentation, records, and engineering files in accordance with company standards.


• Support process hazard analyses (PHA), HAZOP studies, and safety reviews.


• Participate in project meetings and assist with action item tracking and follow-up.


• Assist with plant startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational support when required.


• Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes, standards, safety regulations, and company procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting industrial, chemical, energy, power, oil & gas, manufacturing, or EPC projects.


• Strong understanding of industrial process systems and equipment.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.


• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary project team.

Preferred

• Experience in an engineering consulting or EPC environment.


• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Aspen HYSYS, or other process engineering software.


• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations including OSHA, API, ASME, and NFPA.


• Experience supporting refinery, petrochemical, chemical processing, LNG, power generation, or industrial facility projects.

Physical Demands

Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, video chat and software systems. Position may include visits to construction sites and industrial facilities requiring mobility (on ground and at heights) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hardhat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and work boots.

Work Environment

This position will be required to be in the company office. Employee will be based out of the Zachry office, but may be required to work in multiple environments, including the office, operating plant, or warehouse, or in a trailer or building on a construction site. At operating plants and construction sites, noise levels will be moderate to high. Job sites may contain the following: light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking. Noise levels vary and may include bells, whistles, and alarms.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Process Engineer I position.It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

ZACHRY GROUPis dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer