Senior Process Engineer – Renewable Fuels Scale-Up

Applied Research Associates, Inc.; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc.'s Better Fuels Group is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to own key process engineering and project execution activities that bring cutting-edge renewable fuels technologies to life. You will bridge pilot testing and commercial implementation, leveraging refinery, renewable fuels, and petrochemical experience.

You will develop PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specs, review EPC designs, and support scale-up while ensuring process safety and effective

Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in Chemical Engineering.
• 5–10+ years of experience in refinery, petrochemical, or renewable fuels design or EPC.
• Strong understanding of process design fundamentals, simulation, and heat/material balances.
• Proficiency with DCS/SIS systems and process control integration.
• Experience with HAZOPs, process safety, and startup/commissioning.
• Creative problem solver with a practical mindset and strong communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% (domestic/international).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engineering data packages (PFDs, P&IDs, H&MBS, equipment specs).
• Review and guide EPC contractor design deliverables to ensure alignment with technology requirements.
• Design and specify major process equipment for renewable fuel and petrochemical systems.
• Support scale-up and commercial implementation of novel renewable processes.
• Create standard operating procedures, startup manuals, and training materials.
• Participate in HAZOP reviews, commissioning, and post-startup optimization.

Skills

Process design fundamentals

Simulation & heat/material balances

DCS/SIS proficiency

HAZOPs & process safety

Startup/commissioning experience

Communication skills

Travel willingness up to 10%

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc.'s Better Fuels Group is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to own key process engineering and project execution activities that bring cutting-edge renewable fuels technologies to life. You will bridge pilot testing and commercial implementation, leveraging refinery, renewable fuels, and petrochemical experience.

You will develop PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specs, review EPC designs, and support scale-up while ensuring process safety and effective