A Process Engineer solves problems related to the manufacturing and use of products, including chemicals, fuel, food, and clothing. Designs new products, improves existing ones, or develops new processes for better use of existing materials. May specialize in a chemical engineering process, such as making plastics, or in an industry such as health care.
Entry to Mid Level Chemical Process Engineer Freezer Engineering LLC Englewood, CO Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $120,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Process flow diagrams Fluid dynamics Instrumentation troubleshooting Chemical Engineering Energy balances in chemical engineering OSHA Technical documentation Pipe blueprint interpretation Bachelor of Science Mass balances in chemical engineering Equipment troubleshooting Process simulation software Bachelor's degree Thermodynamics Design engineering Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering Technical troubleshooting support Production troubleshooting
Full Job Description Chemical Process Engineer Department:
Engineering |
Reports To:
Engineering Manager |
Experience:
2-5 Years About the Role We are seeking a technically strong Chemical Process Engineer with a solid oil and gas background to join our engineering team. This role centers on process simulation, P&ID/PFD development and interpretation, and day-to-day collaboration with operations, controls, instrumentation, and piping disciplines. You will be expected to hit the ground running with simulation tools and to work confidently with process documentation both on paper and in the field. Key Responsibilities Develop, run, and maintain process simulations using ProMax, HYSYS, Aspen Plus, ChemCAD, or equivalent tools to support design, optimization, and troubleshooting Perform rigorous mass and energy balance calculations for new and existing process systems Create, review, and redline P&IDs and PFDs in accordance with project and client standards; identify and resolve discrepancies between design documents and installed equipment Conduct field walks to verify installed equipment against P&IDs, recognizing and interpreting all major components including vessels, heat exchangers, rotating equipment, control valves, instrumentation, and specialty items Support capital projects from FEED through commissioning, including equipment datasheets, vendor technical review, and startup assistance Collaborate with instrumentation, controls, and piping engineers to ensure process requirements are properly reflected in design deliverables Participate in HAZOPs, PHAs, and MOC reviews; contribute process expertise to safety evaluations Troubleshoot process upsets and deviations; develop and implement corrective actions in coordination with operations Prepare and maintain engineering calculations, technical reports, and procedures to applicable standards Support environmental and regulatory compliance activities as required by project scope Required Qualifications Process Simulation — Non-Negotiable Minimum 1-2 years of professional (post-degree) hands-on experience with at least one of the following: ProMax, Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, or ChemCAD Demonstrated ability to build, troubleshoot, and interpret simulation models independently — not limited to academic coursework Oil and gas process experience strongly preferred; candidates with refining, midstream, gas processing, or LNG backgrounds are well-positioned for this role P&IDs, PFDs, and Mass & Energy Balances — Non-Negotiable Proven ability to read, develop, and mark up P&IDs and PFDs to industry standards (ISA, ASME, or company-equivalent) Must be able to identify all major P&ID components by symbol and by sight in the field: vessels, columns, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, control valves, safety valves, instrumentation tags, and specialty items Comfortable walking down installed systems and reconciling field conditions against P&ID documentation Proficiency in mass and energy balance development and closure for process systems General Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering 2-5 years of professional process engineering experience in oil and gas or a closely related process industry Strong foundation in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer as applied to real process systems Ability to produce clear, well-organized engineering documentation and communicate technical content effectively across disciplines Preferred Qualifications ProMax experience specifically, particularly for amine treating, glycol dehydration, or NGL fractionation applications Working familiarity with instrumentation and controls concepts: control loops, transmitter types, control valve sizing, DCS/PLC interactions — sufficient to collaborate effectively with I&C engineers Basic piping familiarity: pipe specifications, line sizing, valve types, and the ability to read isometric or plan drawings Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or active pursuit of Professional Engineer (PE) licensure Experience participating in HAZOP studies or other process safety reviews Familiarity with applicable codes and standards:
API, ASME, NFPA, EPA/OSHA PSM
Work Environment This position involves regular time split between office and field/plant environments. Use of PPE is required in operational areas. Some travel to client sites or project locations may be required. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Pay:
$65,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Must be US citizen or Green Card holder. Do not apply if this is not the case
