Senior Process Engineer, Renewable Fuels Scale‑Up

Ara; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates’ Better Fuels Group is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to own process engineering and project execution for renewable fuels technologies moving from pilot to commercial scale. You will develop PFDs/P&IDs, review EPC deliverables, and design major equipment for renewable fuel systems, while enabling scale-up and startup optimization.

Requirements include a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and 5–10+ years in refinery, petrochemical, or renewable fuels design.

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.

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

Chemical engineering knowledge

Process design fundamentals

Simulation experience

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

DCS/SIS systems

Job description

Applied Research Associates’ Better Fuels Group is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to own process engineering and project execution for renewable fuels technologies moving from pilot to commercial scale. You will develop PFDs/P&IDs, review EPC deliverables, and design major equipment for renewable fuel systems, while enabling scale-up and startup optimization.

Requirements include a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and 5–10+ years in refinery, petrochemical, or renewable fuels design.