Senior Chemical Process Engineer - Propulsion Systems

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc.; Luling (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Systems is seeking a Sr. Chemical Process Engineer to lead day-to-day operations of energetic chemical manufacturing processes in Luling, TX. You will work closely with operators to ensure safe production and compliance with environmental regulations.

Join a multidisciplinary team of engineers to optimize throughput, reduce waste, and support capital improvement projects. The role requires a Secret clearance and US person status per ITAR and offers opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• 5+ years directly related industry experience.
• Experience collaborating with Data/Automation/Controls engineers.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teams of ~5 engineers.
• Bachelor's or higher in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Must be a US Person as defined by ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Operate energetic chemical manufacturing processes daily.
• Work with operators to ensure safe manufacturing per process specs.
• Monitor environmental compliance of chemical systems.
• Provide onsite technical support on key characteristics.
• Collaborate with operators to improve process efficiency.
• Troubleshoot production processes to maintain efficiency.
• Conduct safety analyses of equipment and processes.
• Assist with equipment testing, startup/shutdown, and maintenance.
• Support ER/abnormal operations as unit operations SME.
• Assist design work for capital improvement projects.
• Assist in generating P&ID schematics.
• Create procedures and process flow documentation.
• Maintain safety and environmental standards.
• Identify opportunities to minimize by-products and waste.
• Suggest timelines and budgets; coordinate contractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration with Data/Automation/Co

Team experience

Process data analysis

Process simulation software

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

X-Bow Systems is seeking a Sr. Chemical Process Engineer to lead day-to-day operations of energetic chemical manufacturing processes in Luling, TX. You will work closely with operators to ensure safe production and compliance with environmental regulations.

Join a multidisciplinary team of engineers to optimize throughput, reduce waste, and support capital improvement projects. The role requires a Secret clearance and US person status per ITAR and offers opportunities for growth within a