Chemical Process Engineer

Solstice Consulting Group is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer for our specialty chemicals client located in Memphis, TN.  

• Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering and 5 years process engineering experience in a chemical manufacturing or related sector required
• IN OFFICE ROLE at company manufacturing location in West Memphis plus up to 10% domestic travel
• Base salary of $100k to $130k DOE plus 10% bonus opportunity and benefits
• Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate

This role serves as a Chemical Process Engineer for Specialty Chemicals focused primarily on the oil & gas sector. Work is both technical and hands on in nature and relies on experience and independent judgment to perform the functions of the job.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes to improve efficiency, safety, and product quality.
• Conduct process simulations, heat and material balance calculations, and scale-up activities from lab/pilot to production.
• Prepare and review P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and other technical documentation.
• Monitor and analyze process performance, identifying opportunities for cost reduction, yield improvement, and waste minimization.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams.
• Lead or participate in hazard and operability studies (HAZOP), risk assessments, and safety reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations, and project teams to implement new technologies and process improvements.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure alignment with industry best practices.
• Provide training and mentorship to plant personnel on process engineering fundamentals and safe work practices.
• Support capital projects by defining process requirements, evaluating vendor proposals, and overseeing commissioning/start-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and other applicable standards.
• Track and report process KPIs to management, recommending strategies for continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering and 5 years of process engineering experience
• Background in specialty chemicals strongly preferred
• Experience within the oil & gas sector a plus
• Proficiency with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 required
• Proficiency in Factory Talk required
• Proficiency with Scada Software required
• Proficiency with AutoCAD required
• Microsoft and SQL Server experience preferred