Process Engineer II

About the role

This role is ideal for an early-career Chemical, Mechanical, Biochemical, or Petroleum Engineer looking to build expertise in process design, process safety, simulation, and project execution while working alongside experienced engineering professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support process engineering design for chemical, petroleum, and biochemical projects.
• Develop process calculations, material take-offs, sketches, and design documentation.
• Absorb process simulations, hydraulic analyses, and equipment sizing.
• Participate in process safety reviews and incorporate safety principles into design activities.
• Review vendor, fabrication, and construction documents for technical compliance.
• Cook up with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure project success.
• Provide field support, site data collection, tie-in verification, and construction assistance.
• Absorb cost estimates, conceptual studies, and detailed engineering deliverables.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Biochemical, or Petroleum Engineering.
• 1+ years of industrial process design experience.
• EIT certification strongly preferred; PE or CPIP preferred when eligible.
• Familiarity with process simulation software such as Aspen Plus, HYSYS, CHEMCAD, PRO/II, DYNSIM, or similar.
• Exposure to hydraulic modeling tools such as AFT Fathom, PIPE-FLO, PIPEPHASE, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and effective written/verbal communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel for project meetings, fieldwork, and client support.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical, Mechanical, Biochemical, or Petroleum Engineering.
• 1+ years of industrial process design experience.
• EIT certification strongly preferred; PE or CPIP preferred when eligible.
• Familiarity with process simulation software such as Aspen Plus, HYSYS, CHEMCAD, PRO/II, DYNSIM, or similar.
• Exposure to hydraulic modeling tools such as AFT Fathom, PIPE-FLO, PIPEPHASE, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and effective written/verbal communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel for project meetings, fieldwork, and client support.

Skills

• Process Design & Engineering Calculations
• Process Safety Fundamentals
• Process Simulation & Modeling
• Hydraulic System Analysis
• Technical Documentation
• Multidisciplinary Project Coordination
• Field Engineering Support

Benefits

This opportunity offers exposure to the full project lifecycle, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment supporting industrial process facilities throughout California.

Pay

The typical base salary range for this position is $125,000 - $145,000 annually.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule offered for local candidates.