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Lead Chemical Process Engineer

Lead Chemical Process Engineer

Process Engineering Associates, LLC

Boyertown, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

OVERVIEW

PROCESS is actively seeking a full-time Senior Process Engineer (Chemical Process Design Engineer) in their PA office. The role involves development of detailed process design documents for clients in a variety of industrial market segments. Design work may include development of detailed front-end engineering design (FEED) packages to support clients in their capital project management and execution as well as providing on-site support to local clients for small capital project execution.

LOCATION

The lead process design engineer position will be for the office in Boyertown, PA (45 minutes from Philadelphia) primarily supporting clients in the Northeast United States but may require occasional travel to other locations across the U.S.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • B.S. in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience in process engineering and design
  • Well versed in typical chemical process engineering deliverables (HMBs, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications etc.)
  • Ability to effectively interact with external and internal clients to support scope projects, resolve issues, and successfully drive completion of projects
  • Above average verbal and written communication skills
  • Simulation experience a plus but not required
  • Project management experience a plus but not required
  • Advanced degree and professional registration a plus but not required.

COMPENSATION

Based on qualifications and experience.


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