Project Engineer - Chemical Capital Projects

Hawkins, Inc.; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to support capital project efforts across its chemical manufacturing and distribution locations. You will contribute from front-end design to start-up, coordinating with internal partners to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-efficient project execution.

Responsibilities include developing PFDs/P&IDs, equipment specs, and control system design, plus leading design reviews and resource planning. Travel up to 15% is required.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial preferred).
• 5 years of experience as a project/process engineer in chemical or related industry.
• Experience in all areas of capital projects: FEED, design, funding, construction, commissioning.
• Knowledge of ANSI/ASME/API/NFPA/OSHA/EPA; ISO/SQF/Lean is a plus.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal partners to complete compliant, cost-efficient projects.
• Develop preliminary designs (PFD, P&ID).
• Specify equipment, materials, heat loads, and mass balance.
• Submit Capital Expense Requests and manage scopes.
• Oversee civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation packages.
• Lead design reviews with cross-functional teams.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and contractor relationships.
• Support process validation and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Independent work

Education

BS in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial preferred)

Job description

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to support capital project efforts across its chemical manufacturing and distribution locations. You will contribute from front-end design to start-up, coordinating with internal partners to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-efficient project execution.

Responsibilities include developing PFDs/P&IDs, equipment specs, and control system design, plus leading design reviews and resource planning. Travel up to 15% is required.