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Senior Chemical Engineer

SET Environmental, Inc. | Field Service / Engineering | Houston, TX

Pay: $90,000 - $120,000 per year (Estimated Salary)

Why Join SET Environmental?

• Technical Leadership: Drive process design and guide field crews on complex, non-routine environmental engineering projects.
• 401(k) with company match + retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• HSA & FSA options
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Performance Bonus Incentives
• Cell phone & travel reimbursement
• Drug-free, safety-focused workplace

About the Role

SET Environmental is seeking a versatile, highly skilled Senior Chemical Engineer to provide team leadership, technical expertise, and hands-on operational support for complex, non-routine field projects and facilities.

In this role, you will bridge the gap between high-level engineering design and field execution. You will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of technical projects—incorporating equipment design, chemical applications, and regulatory compliance—as well as real-time, on-site troubleshooting. The ideal candidate is an adaptable, hands-on problem-solver who communicates effectively with all levels of management, partners directly with our sales team for site scoping, and is comfortable pivoting from drafting engineering modifications to working side-by-side with technicians using hand and power tools to execute projects safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Hands-On Field & Tool Proficiency: Utilize hand tools and power tools proficiently to build, maintain, and modify specialized laboratory instruments, treatment systems, and field equipment.
• Sales Collaboration & Site Scoping: Partner directly with the sales team to go out into the field, visit client sites, scope out upcoming projects, and define technical project requirements.
• Engineering Design & Modification: Design, modify, update, and optimize engineering blueprints, P&IDs, and process flowcharts for new and existing equipment (including air handling/scrubbing, wastewater treatment, distillation columns, catalyst reactors, and heat exchangers).
• Cross-Functional Communication: Act as a strong, clear communicator capable of bridging technical details and executive strategy to collaborate seamlessly with all levels of management, field teams, and external clients.
• Chemical Application Expertise: Leverage a deep understanding of chemistry and hands-on manufacturing or similar industrial field experience working safely with a wide variety of industrial chemicals.
• Project Preparation & Cost Estimation: Lead front-end job preparation by performing mathematical/chemical calculations, creating accurate cost estimates, and drafting robust safety plans.
• Field Execution & Real-Time Troubleshooting: Provide direct engineering support and leadership on-site, working actively alongside technicians during project execution and managing real-time, unplanned solutions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to DOT, RCRA, and TSCA regulations across all office, laboratory, and field settings.

What You'll Bring

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related science/engineering field (Required). Advanced degree (Master’s) is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years of progressive, verifiable experience working with chemical processes in manufacturing, utilities, natural gas transmission, or pipeline fields.
• Licensure & Certifications:
• Professional Engineer (PE) License (or currently working toward it) is highly desired.
• Process Safety Management (PSM) certification is strongly preferred, or a willingness to obtain it.

Technical & Core Skills

• Tool & Equipment Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to safely and proficiently use a variety of hand tools and power tools for mechanical modifications and equipment maintenance.
• Chemical Acumen: Comprehensive understanding of chemical interactions, manufacturing chemistry, and safe chemical handling protocols.
• Engineering Mastery: Expertise in modifying and reading engineering blueprints (P&IDs, process flowcharts) and laboratory testing procedures.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills, with a proven ability to present technical information clearly to all levels of management.
• Adaptability: A self-starter capable of managing non-standard project variables, field sales scoping, and real-time operational pivots.

Physical & Travel Adaptability

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, don proper PPE, work in a 30% office / 70% field environment, and travel up to 30% of the time to visit client sites with the sales team.

Equal Opportunity

SET Environmental, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

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