Senior Process Engineer

ManpowerGroup; Okmulgee (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

PTO 20 days

401(k) company match

Medical benefits

Work-from-home flexibility

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Senior Process Engineer onsite to lead optimization initiatives, drive efficiency, and support capital projects in a collaborative manufacturing environment.

The role targets 5–8+ years of chemical process engineering experience with a track record of delivering measurable savings, strong data analysis skills, and leadership of cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of process engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Proven experience leading chemical process optimization and cost savings.
• Experience supporting engineering design reviews and CapEx projects.
• Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals and data analysis.
• Experience in chemical, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, paper, or oil & gas industries preferred.
• Knowledge of PSM/HAZOP/utilities or wastewater systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and plant performance.
• Identify and execute cost savings and productivity improvement projects using process and operational data.
• Support the design, review, and implementation of capital (CapEx) projects.
• Lead cross-functional process improvement and Operational Excellence/Kaizen initiatives.
• Develop and maintain process engineering documentation including PFDs, P&IDs, and mass and energy balances.
• Support HAZOP, Process Safety Management (PSM), Management of Change (MOC), and risk assessments.
• Provide technical leadership during equipment startups, troubleshooting, and process investigations.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Skills

Process optimization

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Senior Process Engineer

Location: Tulsa, OK (Onsite)

We’re partnering with an established food ingredients manufacturing company to find a Senior Process Engineer who is passionate about driving operational excellence through process optimization and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives that improve throughput, reduce costs, and support capital projects in a collaborative manufacturing environment with strong work-life balance and growth potential.

What You’ll Do

• Lead process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and plant performance.
• Identify and execute cost savings and productivity improvement projects using process and operational data.
• Support the design, review, and implementation of capital (CapEx) projects.
• Lead cross-functional process improvement and Operational Excellence/Kaizen initiatives.
• Develop and maintain process engineering documentation including PFDs, P&IDs, and mass and energy balances.
• Support HAZOP, Process Safety Management (PSM), Management of Change (MOC), and risk assessments.
• Provide technical leadership during equipment startups, troubleshooting, and process investigations.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5-8+ years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (senior-level candidates encouraged to apply).
• Proven experience leading chemical process optimization and process improvement projects that deliver measurable savings.
• Experience supporting engineering design reviews and CapEx projects.
• Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals, data analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in industries such as chemical, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, paper, or oil & gas is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of PSM, HAZOP, utilities, or wastewater systems is a plus.

What We Offer

• Base salary: $90,000-$135,000
• Annual performance bonus (target 15%)
• Relocation assistance available
• 20 days PTO plus floating holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible work environment with occasional work-from-home flexibility for personal appointments
• Monday-Friday schedule with the option for half-day Fridays on a compressed work schedule

If you’re an experienced Process Engineer looking to lead meaningful improvement projects and make a measurable impact in a growing manufacturing operation, we’d love to hear from you.

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