Senior Process Engineer

Reports to: Process Engineering Department Manager | Location: Cincinnati | Status: Full-Time Exempt

About the role

The Senior Process Engineer is responsible for guiding the process engineering effort to meet a client's needs with respect to process operations, including innovation, performance improvement, quality/reliability improvement, and cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs).
• Generate Heat & Material Balances for processes either by hand or using simulation software such as Aspen.
• Guide the development of piping and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs) for the process.
• Determine the process data needed for the sizing of instruments to be used in the process.
• Perform process calculations including line sizing, pump hydraulics, safety relieving, etc.
• Generate equipment specifications for complex process systems, vessels, heat exchangers, pumps, distillation columns, etc., and work with equipment vendors to obtain the required equipment needed for a project.
• Guide the development of equipment arrangement and piping routes with process designers.
• Conduct safety studies for a process for the sizing of relief devices.
• Facilitate or participate in hazard analyses (PHA/DHA) for processes.
• Provide input as needed to other disciplines during project execution.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for processes.
• Serve as project technical lead by facilitating interdisciplinary coordination amongst all disciplines involved.
• Delegate process engineering tasks to associate and process engineers to further their understanding of the practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of clean water systems, including pre-treatment, generation, storage, and distribution.
• Working knowledge of dry material handling systems, aspiration, and dust control.
• Working knowledge of cGMP clean design practices.
• Experience in material handling of sustainable front-end animal feedstock.

Requirements

• More than 10 years of relevant experience, including more than 6 years in multidisciplinary specialty chemical, pharmaceutical, and/or bio-fuels projects.
• Solid site experience.
• Familiarity with scope, schedule, and budget as project constraints.
• BS in Chemical Engineering (BSChE) – advanced degree or engineering license is a plus.
• Advanced leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.

Working Conditions

• Hours average 40 per week; may require additional hours including evenings and weekends depending on business needs.
• Work is typically performed in an indoor office setting or client site.
• Minimal travel required.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long periods of time.
• Ability to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time.
• Light lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to speak to and hear employees/clients via phone or in person.
• Body motor skills sufficient to enable movement around an office environment.
• Ability to analyze unique situations and develop appropriate responses.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses and equity participation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources.
• Professional development support.