What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Process Engineer - Renewable Fuels/Natural Gas position at Kimley-Horn?
Overview
Kimley-Horn is seeking a Chemical Process / Natural Gas Engineer to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute immediately to existing Natural Gas infrastructure design programs while helping build and grow process engineering capabilities to serve advanced energy infrastructure projects. This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
As a critical member of the team, you will perform a variety of engineering tasks, collaborate with team members, and could supervise team members and manage projects. You will receive both on-the-job and formal training as well as mentorship, camaraderie, and exposure to plan production, project financials, and client interactions.
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn is seeking a Chemical Process / Natural Gas Engineer to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute immediately to existing Natural Gas infrastructure design programs while helping build and grow process engineering capabilities to serve advanced energy infrastructure projects. This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
As a critical member of the team, you will perform a variety of engineering tasks, collaborate with team members, and could supervise team members and manage projects. You will receive both on-the-job and formal training as well as mentorship, camaraderie, and exposure to plan production, project financials, and client interactions.
- Support planning and design for renewable natural gas (RNG), biogas, digester gas, and landfill gas conversion facilities.
- Coordinate process simulations, equipment layouts, and heat integration for RNG, SAF, eNG, eMethanol, and other biofuel pathways.
- Develop and review technoeconomic models, technical reports, lifecycle carbon analyses, and tax credit eligibility documentation.
- Design and analyze natural gas transmission and distribution pipeline systems and surface facilities.
- Develop key design schematics, smart 2D P&IDs, and 3D plant models using AutoCAD and CADWorx.
- Draft Process Control Narratives (PCNs) covering control logic, system architecture, and operating philosophy.
- Apply High RAM principles and safety lifecycles, including SIS and SIF, throughout process design.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental, and Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) teams.
- Support project management activities including budgeting, scheduling, client communication, and project execution.
- Conduct field visits, site investigations, startup support, and construction observation activities.
- 4 years of relevant experience, including a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering (or a related engineering field).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 months.
- Experience with process simulation/modeling tools such as BR&E ProMax, Aspen HYSYS, and/or Aspen Plus.
- Proficiency in CADWorx and/or AutoCAD, including smart P&ID development and 3D plant modeling.
- Experience with process monitoring, controls, PLC/DCS systems, and Advanced Process Control (APC).
- Experience with PHA techniques and process safety frameworks such as PSMS and OSHA PSM.
- Experience with air permitting, emissions control systems, facility design, and pipeline safety regulations including 49 CFR Part 192.
- Experience with task management, concept design, client coordination, and project management support.
- Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.