Senior Process Engineering Lead for Energy Projects

Equinox Engineering Ltd

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

People-focused culture
Flexible and supportive work environment
Entrepreneurial culture fostering creativity

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Discipline Lead - Process Engineering in Houston, Texas. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and 15+ years of relevant experience in oil & gas or petrochemical environments. The successful candidate will lead technical projects, mentor engineers, and ensure regulatory compliance. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and participation in high-impact projects within a supportive culture.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 15+ years of experience in process engineering within oil & gas, refining, or petrochemical facilities.
  • Experience working for an EPCM is preferred.
  • Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering of projects across all phases.
  • Develop and validate process models.
  • Oversee major process engineering deliverables.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams and clients.
  • Support commissioning, start-up, and operational optimization.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in process engineering
Leadership ability
Interpersonal communication
Commercial awareness
Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas or Colorado

Tools

Aspen HYSYS
ProMax
UniSim
VGMSim

Job description

A global engineering firm is seeking a Discipline Lead - Process Engineering in Houston, Texas. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and 15+ years of relevant experience in oil & gas or petrochemical environments. The successful candidate will lead technical projects, mentor engineers, and ensure regulatory compliance. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and participation in high-impact projects within a supportive culture.
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