Senior Process Engineer - St. Gabriel, LA

About the role

As a Sr. Process Engineer, you will lead process and capital engineering efforts including design, project management, and project planning across manufacturing operations. This role oversees process design and continuous improvement while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. You will partner cross-functionally to support documentation, innovation, and execution of core business processes. Success is assessed by measurable process improvements and effective deployment of capital projects. This role also serves as a key engineering contact for vendors, leadership, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design, planning, and execution for capital and process improvement projects across facilities.
• Manage full project lifecycle including scope, cost estimates, timelines, resources, risk, and delivery against budget and schedule.
• Collaborate with Location and Plant Managers to develop strategic plans, project scopes, and resource requirements.
• Oversee process engineering design, review manufacturing processes, and identify improvements to efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Develop and evaluate equipment, materials, systems, and engineering practices for project effectiveness.
• Lead preparation of RFPs, bid evaluations, contractor selection, negotiations, and pre-construction activities.
• Coordinate AutoCAD design work, schematics, and engineering documentation for projects.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and regulatory requirements including OSHA and MSHA, and partner with EHS on safety.
• Monitor and report project progress, costs, risks, and performance metrics to leadership and stakeholders.
• Serve as primary engineering point of contact for vendors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Drive commissioning, troubleshooting, and field engineering support for projects and new equipment installations.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to meet requirements, timelines, and communication expectations.
• Support documentation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of core business systems and processes.
• Lead initiatives to standardize processes, improve cost efficiency, and enable new capabilities.
• Manage competing priorities and resources across multiple projects and programs.
• Provide consultation on equipment procurement and engineering solutions.
• Assist with departmental budgeting and implement operational policies, procedures, and goals.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience as a chemical plant, project, or process engineer with 5+ years in project management and 3+ years in a PSM facility.
• Experience successfully delivering capital projects with strong focus on safety, cost control, and timelines.
• Strong project management, organization, and prioritization skills across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Expertise in process engineering, implementation, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment and manage competing priorities.
• Experience with control system design and implementation.
• Proficiency with MS Office and project management tools (e.g., MS Project or equivalent).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across internal teams, vendors, and leadership.
• Experience with MS Visio and AutoCAD (read/write) preferred.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC programming preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (trade certifications preferred).

Skills

• High-integrity professional with strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
• Hands-on “working leader” who can both lead teams and directly execute technical work.
• Strong learning agility and consistently exceeds expectations.
• Resourceful and can balance efficiency with knowing when to invest additional resources.
• Customer-focused and enables commercial teams to better serve customers.
• Critical thinker who analyzes complex problems and drives practical, results-oriented solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with a process-driven mindset.
• Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams.
• Enjoys creating a positive, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.

Pay

The base compensation for this position ranges from $144,800 - $202,830. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Vacation and holidays.
• Health, dental, vision, and mental health benefits.
• Retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k).

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