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This position has a target start date for an immediate start.

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team for multiple projects.
• Work under the supervision of a more senior process engineer to:
  • Develop the heat and material balance for new projects using process simulation tools. Perform equipment sizing calculations and prepare equipment data sheets.
  • Perform detailed hydraulic calculations to determine pipe sizes, control valve sizing, compressor and pump duties, etc.
  • Perform facility overpressure protection calculations, PSV sizing, and documentation with supervision.
  • Develop Design Basis for new projects.
  • Develop Process Control Narrative document and support Cause & Effect document.
• Create process flow diagrams (PFD) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Participate in safety reviews, HAZOP/PHAs and PSM activities.
• Maintain effective communication with project team members and with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Participate in the preparation of proposals for engineering services. Support schedule planning for projects including coordinating staffing resources with Process Engineering Manager.
• Support construction, commissioning, and start-up efforts, draft operating procedures and provide operator training manual input.

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• BS in engineering with a strong academic background.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required as well as a professional demeanor.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Able to travel as necessary for client meetings, job site visits, start-up activities, off-site training, industry related conventions/seminars, etc. (up to 20% travel).
• This position is located in Englewood, CO or in Westminster, CO.

Valued, but not required:

• Oil and gas industry experience in midstream and/or upstream.
• Skills in HYSYS, Synergi, VMG Symmetry, and/or ProMax preferred.

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to solve problems using modern tools:

• You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
• Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.