Process Engineering Manager Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Senior/Principal Process Engineer

Job Description

This position is responsible for performing the process engineering design functions, including the design of combustion and steam turbine auxiliary systems, process equipment, process control/instrumentation design integration, and start-up support. The designs must meet contract and schedule requirements for power projects in the Americas. Candidates need to possess effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. This position requires a self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare heat and material balances and process flow diagrams (PFDs).
• Develop piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Create process data sheets for equipment such as heat exchangers, pumps, and compressors.
• Understand process instrumentation and control principles.
• Perform and review hydraulic calculations.
• Specify and select control valves.
• Conduct heat exchanger thermal calculations.
• Size pumps and other equipment.
• Possess a basic understanding of design work processes.

Essential Skills

• 10-20 years of experience in process engineering.
• Proficient in creating and managing P&IDs.
• Experience with equipment sizing including heat exchangers, pumps, and valves.
• Familiarity with HYSYS software.
• Knowledge of chemical and mechanical engineering principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with AFT, SmartPlant, and hydraulic systems.
• Either a Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree.
• HYSYS software experience is highly preferred.
• Prior experience in the power industry is not required.

Work Environment

The team comprises 14 process engineers and 2 interns. Travel may be required for 1-2 weeks at a time, a few times per year, but it is infrequent. The company offers a supportive culture focused on employee loyalty, with a strong track record of never laying off process engineers. Benefits include low medical premiums, a full relocation package, 11 paid holidays, upfront PTO, and special programs for childcare.S

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of LAKE MARY, FL.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $62.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in LAKE MARY,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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