Sr Project Process Engineer

Sibelco Nordic Ab; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibelco Nordic Ab is seeking a Sr Project Process Engineer to bridge construction and engineering teams, lead process design, and troubleshoot during construction and commissioning on site at SP Schoolhouse.

You will support contractors, ensure effective communication with production and quality teams, and drive productivity while maintaining safety and project timelines.

Qualifications

• 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.

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, 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 site support for Engineering activities on construction by liaising with Engineering and Operations
• 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 site-specific issues and tie-in points
• Manage interfaces between contractors for smooth handover of work fronts
• Develop and provide technical handover documentation to operations management upon completion of commissioning
• Do site observations to improve construction productivity

Skills

5+ years construction experience

English proficiency

Process simulation software

Data analysis

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:

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