What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Design Engineer position at Process Alliance?
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Process Design Engineer to provide technical leadership and SME-level coaching on all phases of process design for major capital projects. This role will be responsible for guiding execution of all project phases from Front End Engineering Development (FEED) through the development of detailed design packages. The ideal candidate has deep experience in process design; specifically, pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, or other highly regulated industries.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of process engineering deliverables across all project phases.
- Develop and validate PFDs, P&IDs, utility summaries, equipment specifications, and line lists.
- Provide technical oversight, mentorship, and backchecking of engineering work.
- Perform and review process design calculations including mass balances, pump hydraulics, line sizing, and equipment sizing.
- Specify and size pressure safety devices, instruments, and control valves.
- Prepare process scopes, design basis documents, and utility studies to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective facilities.
- Review vendor data and integrate into overall design packages.
- Develop project schedules and effort-hour budgets and manage to meet project goals.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- BS or MS in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- 10 years of progressive process/design engineering experience.
- Strong knowledge of PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances, and pump hydraulics.
- Hands-on experience with pressure relief device design, control valve sizing, and scenario analysis.
- Experience working on capital projects in a process engineering capacity with an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firm or similar design engineering organization.
- Industry experience in Life Sciences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Pharmaceutical or fine chemical industry experience.
- Proficiency with process simulation tools (Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
- Familiarity with hydraulic sizing tools such as Pipe-Flo.
- Demonstrated leadership in training and developing engineering teams.
About Our Culture:
At Process Alliance, we strive to be a better model for how problems are solved, and solutions are delivered. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Join our team and be part of a company that is shaping the future of engineering solutions.
Learn more about us:
Visit our website at www.processalliance.com to explore our projects, expertise, and the impact we make in the engineering and consultancy space.
Process Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.