Sr Project Process Engineer

Sibelco Group; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibelco is looking for a Sr Project Process Engineer to lead process design, troubleshoot during construction, and support contractor activities on site. The role focuses on integrating engineering with operations to ensure safe, efficient project delivery.

The ideal candidate has a chemical/industrial/mechanical engineering background, 5+ years in construction within chemical or mining settings, and proficiency with process simulation, AutoCAD, SAP, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, industrial, or mechanical engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in construction in the chemical or mining industries preferred.
• Proficiency in process simulation software, AutoCAD, and data analysis tools; SAP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead process design, troubleshooting, and new equipment installation projects from conception to completion, on time and within budget.
• Provide technical support to production teams and investigate equipment failures or quality issues; implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with R&D, maintenance, QA, and manufacturing to ensure smooth production flow and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain process documentation including SOPs, P&IDs, and flow diagrams.
• Ensure timely resolution of design discrepancies to protect schedule and quality.
• Provide site support for engineering activities and liaise with operations.

Skills

Process simulation

Data analysis

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, industrial, or mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP

Job description

Sr Project Process Engineer

Location: SP Schoolhouse

At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.
For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Job Description

Role Purpose

• Interface between construction and engineering teams
• Lead process design and troubleshooting during construction & commissioning
• Support construction contractor’s activities on site
• Ensure effective communication between construction and other teams
• Resolve construction related issued in a timely manner
• Improve construction productivity

Responsibilities

• Lead process design, troubleshooting, and new equipment installation projects from conception to completion, ensuring projects are on time and within budget.
• Provide technical support to production teams, conduct investigations into equipment failures or quality issues, and implement corrective/preventive actions
• Collaborate with R&D, maintenance, quality assurance, and manufacturing operations to ensure smooth production flow and align with quality standards.
• Develop, maintain, and update detailed process documentation, including SOPs, Work Instructions, P&IDs (piping and instrumentation diagrams), and process flow diagrams
• Ensure timely resolution of identified design discrepancies to protect quality and schedule
• Participate in quality inspections of key equipment items
• Provide technical support and interpretation of design documents to contractors during construction by liaising with Engineering and Operations
• Provide site support for Engineering activities
• Ensure quality of construction work, participate in inspections and quality tests
• Ensure good housekeeping to ensure safe working environment by enforcing procedures and rules
• Make recommendations regarding solutions to construction issues
• Liaise with Operations on practical site-specific issues such as tie-in points, shutdown windows for construction activities, access to site services, laydown areas
• Actively manage interfaces between contractors to ensure smooth handover of work fronts
• Develop and provide technical handover documentation to operations management team upon completion of equipment commissioning
• Do site observations to improve construction productivity

About you

• 5 years + of experience in construction in the chemical or mining industries preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, industrial, or mechanical engineering
• Proficiency in process simulation software, AutoCAD, and data analysis tools
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP specifically) preferred.
• English – proficient verbal & writing

Employee Type

Permanent

Why Join Us?

Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Meet Our People: Careers
• Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More
• Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.