Process Engineer

The successful candidate will be based in the United States, within a reasonable drive of a major airport with experience as a Process Engineer in a chemical, petrochemical, or wastewater processing environment with the ability and willingness to travel up to 50% to our locations across the United States. *The Opportunity * Across the United States, Liquid Environmental Solutions (LES) handles millions of gallons of non-hazardous liquid waste, turning complex waste streams into reusable resources. As our Process Engineer, you will be the primary catalyst for transforming plant performance across our nationwide network of Treatment & Recovery facilities. You will work alongside Plant Managers and Operators to identify root cause of process and compliance issues and implementing effective corrective actions. In this high-visibility role, your technical expertise directly dictates business outcomes: every process optimization you execute immediately reduces operational bottlenecks, boosts throughput, and drives revenue. By embedding operational consistency into our facilities, you will eliminate compliance risks before they occur - ensuring 100% permit adherence while maximizing facility profitability and plant efficiency. *Key Responsibilities* _*Process Improvements – Operations*_ * Lead and support process design, optimization, and troubleshooting for FOG, industrial separation systems, and related wastewater treatment units to strengthen operational consistency across sites. * Collect and analyze operational data (flows, temperatures, pressures, separation efficiency, etc.) to identify and drive process improvement opportunities. * Assist with commissioning and start-up activities at new or upgraded treatment sites. * Support T&R’s Capital Plan, providing process evaluation and expertise to support developing project scope for the T&R facilities. _*Process Improvements – Compliance*_ * Monitor and assess treatment system performance for Permit Compliance; identify and implement process improvements that close compliance gaps, reduce risk, and capture cost savings. * Ensure process documentation is accurate and updated across sites to support compliance and audit readiness. * Collaborate with engineering, compliance, and EH&S teams to maintain operational integrity and safety. * While at operating sites, all activities should be performed in compliance with Company and site safety guidelines and in compliance with local, state and federal regulations at all times. * Compile and analyze various reports to support decision-making, management reporting, and compliance. _*Hands-On Servant Leadership*_ * Partner with, and work directly alongside, local operations teams in the field to build operator capability and ensure consistent adherence to process standards and regulatory requirements. * Conduct process audits, implement best practices, and recommend equipment or process upgrades - leading hands-on with plant operators rather than directing from a distance. * Provide summary reports with process evaluation and recommendations to Treatment and Recovery Management and Site Management. * Deliver excellent customer service at all levels. * Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, vendors, and others in a courteous and professional manner. * Coordinate with other Liquid Environmental Solutions departments. _*General*_ * Complete all documents and reports as required. * Perform all other duties as assigned. *Minimum Qualifications* * *Education: *Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering, Wastewater Engineering, or closely related Engineering discipline required. * *Experience: *Minimum 3-5 years of direct, hands-on process engineering experience inside industrial wastewater, chemical processing, refining, petrochemical, or heavy industrial fluid handling environments. * *Logistics: *Reside within one hour of a major airport with willingness and ability to travel up to 50% nationwide to Treatment & Recovery facilities. * *Work Authorization:* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis without requiring current or future employment visa sponsorship. * Safety-focused with excellent interpersonal, analytical and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with others at all levels of the organization. *Preferred Qualifications* * *Regulatory Knowledge: *Working familiarity with industrial wastewater discharge permits, POTW pretreatment standards, and environmental compliance frameworks. * *Certification:* Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) * Experience with multi-site or regional engineering roles * Engineering Management experience a plus Pay: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * Process Engineering: 3 years (Preferred) Willingness to travel: * 50% (Preferred) Work Location: On the road