Process Engineer (Professional Engineer – PE)

Job Description & ResponsibilitiesSupport the Senior Project Manager in executing process engineering and capital projects from planning through commissioning.Develop project charters, technical scopes, and business justifications for process engineering projects.Translate general project descriptions into detailed and technically justified project scopes.Manage project execution activities, including procurement, fabrication, equipment installation, and commissioning.Lead meetings and workshops to understand business requirements and align project objectives with stakeholders.Perform process design, optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).Work with process equipment, including pumps, valves, and related systems.Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce operating costs.Support the development of RFPs, technical Statements of Work (SOWs), project proposals, and resource estimates.Develop preliminary project execution plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.Conduct project risk assessments, track mitigation actions, and ensure project deliverables are completed.Coordinate with site teams and global leadership to align project KPIs, cost savings, equipment efficiency, sustainability, and business objectives.Manage contractors, project documentation, and commissioning requirements.Lead project steering committee meetings and provide regular project status reports.Collaborate with Finance and other stakeholders to develop project business cases and capital expenditure justifications.Required Qualifications & SkillsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering.Active Professional Engineer (PE) license – preferably Texas PE.Experience in process engineering, process design, and process optimization.Strong knowledge of PFDs and P&IDs.Experience managing capital projects and engineering project execution.Hands-on experience with equipment installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.Knowledge of pumps, valves, and industrial process systems.Experience with project scope development, technical SOWs, RFPs, and risk management.Strong project planning, resource management, stakeholder coordination, and communication skills.Experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or other industrial environments preferred.