{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2c96f4e26668ceaaa4fd7507","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2c96f4e26668ceaaa4fd7507","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2c96f4e26668ceaaa4fd7507","title":"Process Engineer, Sr","description":"Sterling Multi-Chem (SMC) is seeking an experienced Engineer II to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position is responsible for the performance of assigned process areas and for driving improvements in safety, reliability, quality, productivity, and overall operational efficiency.\n\nThe Engineer II applies chemical and mechanical engineering principles to understand, monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize complex manufacturing processes. This role typically has responsibility for a large process area or multiple process areas within the plant and works closely with Operations, Maintenance, HSE, Quality, and other technical teams.The successful candidate will be hands-on, analytical, and proactive, with the ability to identify potential operational issues, recommend solutions, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nProcess & Operations Engineering\n\nProvide day-to-day engineering support for assigned plant process areas.\n\nMonitor process performance and evaluate operating results against established goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and performance targets.\n\nApply chemical and mechanical engineering principles to understand process behavior and predict the impact of changes in operating conditions.\n\nPerform routine surveillance of plant operations and identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability, quality, capacity, and efficiency.\n\nUtilize engineering applications, process data, and analytical tools to evaluate equipment and process performance.\n\nTroubleshoot complex or recurring operational and process issues and develop sustainable corrective actions.\n\nAnticipate changes in operating conditions and proactively recommend adjustments to maintain safe and efficient operations.\n\nContinuous Improvement & Optimization\n\nLead and support continuous improvement initiatives within assigned process areas.\n\nAnalyze process trends, operating data, equipment performance, and production results to identify improvement opportunities.\n\nLead engineering studies designed to resolve recurring problems, reduce operating costs, increase throughput, improve product quality, and enhance equipment reliability.\n\nDevelop and implement process optimization strategies in partnership with Operations and other plant functions.\n\nSupport root cause investigations and the development of corrective and preventive actions.\n\nProjects & Capital Planning\n\nIdentify capital improvement opportunities that support plant and organizational objectives.\n\nDevelop and initiate Approvals for Expenditure (AFE) for capital projects and operational improvements.\n\nPrepare technical justification, scope, cost estimates, and expected benefits for proposed projects.\n\nProvide engineering support throughout project design, implementation, commissioning, and startup.\n\nAssist plant management with medium- and long-term operational, reliability, and capital planning.\n\nSafety & Risk Management\n\nPromote a strong safety culture and ensure engineering activities are performed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.\n\nLead and participate in process and operational risk assessments.\n\nIdentify potential process hazards and operational risks and recommend appropriate controls and corrective actions.\n\nSupport Management of Change (MOC), process safety, incident investigations, and other plant safety programs as applicable.\n\nPartner with Operations and HSE to ensure changes to processes, equipment, or operating conditions are appropriately evaluated before implementation.\n\nTechnical Leadership & Collaboration\n\nServe as a technical resource for Operations, Maintenance, Quality, HSE, and other plant personnel.\n\nLead or participate in technical discussions with customers regarding process performance, product applications, operational concerns, and improvement opportunities.\n\nCommunicate technical information and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.\n\nProvide technical guidance and support to less experienced engineers and plant personnel as needed.\n\nParticipate in cross-functional teams and company-wide engineering initiatives.\n\nReporting & Knowledge Management\n\nPrepare engineering reports, technical evaluations, recommendations, and presentations.\n\nMaintain appropriate documentation of engineering studies, process changes, improvement projects, and technical findings.\n\nParticipate in company knowledge-management processes and share lessons learned and best practices across the organization.\n\nEnsure technical information and process documentation remain accurate and current.\n\nEducation and Experience\n\nBachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university required.\n\nMinimum of five (5) years of relevant engineering experience, preferably within a chemical manufacturing, specialty chemical, petrochemical, oil and gas, or similar industrial environment.\n\nExperience supporting manufacturing or plant operations strongly preferred.\n\nExperience with process optimization, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and capital projects preferred.\n\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities\n\nStrong knowledge of chemical and/or mechanical engineering principles and their application within an industrial manufacturing environment.\n\nStrong process troubleshooting and analytical skills.\n\nAbility to interpret operating data, identify trends, and translate findings into practical operational improvements.\n\nWorking knowledge of process safety, risk assessment, and Management of Change principles.\n\nAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.\n\nStrong problem-solving and decision-making skills.\n\nAbility to work effectively with Operations, Maintenance, HSE, Quality, commercial teams, customers, and leadership.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nAbility to prepare and present technical information to various levels of the organization.\n\nDemonstrated initiative and ability to work independently with general supervision.\n\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.\n\nWorking EnvironmentThis position operates primarily within a chemical manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with plant operations. The employee may be required to enter production areas and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).The position may require occasional work outside of normal business hours to support plant operations, startups, shutdowns, troubleshooting activities, or other operational needs.","company":"Multichem Group","rawCompany":"multichem group","city":"Houston","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-17T07:58:25.292Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2041.00","title":"Chemical Engineers","slug":"chemical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"811310","title":"Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance","slug":"commercial-and-industrial-machinery-and-equipment-except-automotive-and-electronic-repair-and-maintenance"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Process Engineer, Sr","description":"Sterling Multi-Chem (SMC) is seeking an experienced Engineer II to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position is responsible for the performance of assigned process areas and for driving improvements in safety, reliability, quality, productivity, and overall operational efficiency.\n\nThe Engineer II applies chemical and mechanical engineering principles to understand, monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize complex manufacturing processes. This role typically has responsibility for a large process area or multiple process areas within the plant and works closely with Operations, Maintenance, HSE, Quality, and other technical teams.The successful candidate will be hands-on, analytical, and proactive, with the ability to identify potential operational issues, recommend solutions, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nProcess & Operations Engineering\n\nProvide day-to-day engineering support for assigned plant process areas.\n\nMonitor process performance and evaluate operating results against established goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and performance targets.\n\nApply chemical and mechanical engineering principles to understand process behavior and predict the impact of changes in operating conditions.\n\nPerform routine surveillance of plant operations and identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability, quality, capacity, and efficiency.\n\nUtilize engineering applications, process data, and analytical tools to evaluate equipment and process performance.\n\nTroubleshoot complex or recurring operational and process issues and develop sustainable corrective actions.\n\nAnticipate changes in operating conditions and proactively recommend adjustments to maintain safe and efficient operations.\n\nContinuous Improvement & Optimization\n\nLead and support continuous improvement initiatives within assigned process areas.\n\nAnalyze process trends, operating data, equipment performance, and production results to identify improvement opportunities.\n\nLead engineering studies designed to resolve recurring problems, reduce operating costs, increase throughput, improve product quality, and enhance equipment reliability.\n\nDevelop and implement process optimization strategies in partnership with Operations and other plant functions.\n\nSupport root cause investigations and the development of corrective and preventive actions.\n\nProjects & Capital Planning\n\nIdentify capital improvement opportunities that support plant and organizational objectives.\n\nDevelop and initiate Approvals for Expenditure (AFE) for capital projects and operational improvements.\n\nPrepare technical justification, scope, cost estimates, and expected benefits for proposed projects.\n\nProvide engineering support throughout project design, implementation, commissioning, and startup.\n\nAssist plant management with medium- and long-term operational, reliability, and capital planning.\n\nSafety & Risk Management\n\nPromote a strong safety culture and ensure engineering activities are performed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.\n\nLead and participate in process and operational risk assessments.\n\nIdentify potential process hazards and operational risks and recommend appropriate controls and corrective actions.\n\nSupport Management of Change (MOC), process safety, incident investigations, and other plant safety programs as applicable.\n\nPartner with Operations and HSE to ensure changes to processes, equipment, or operating conditions are appropriately evaluated before implementation.\n\nTechnical Leadership & Collaboration\n\nServe as a technical resource for Operations, Maintenance, Quality, HSE, and other plant personnel.\n\nLead or participate in technical discussions with customers regarding process performance, product applications, operational concerns, and improvement opportunities.\n\nCommunicate technical information and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.\n\nProvide technical guidance and support to less experienced engineers and plant personnel as needed.\n\nParticipate in cross-functional teams and company-wide engineering initiatives.\n\nReporting & Knowledge Management\n\nPrepare engineering reports, technical evaluations, recommendations, and presentations.\n\nMaintain appropriate documentation of engineering studies, process changes, improvement projects, and technical findings.\n\nParticipate in company knowledge-management processes and share lessons learned and best practices across the organization.\n\nEnsure technical information and process documentation remain accurate and current.\n\nEducation and Experience\n\nBachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university required.\n\nMinimum of five (5) years of relevant engineering experience, preferably within a chemical manufacturing, specialty chemical, petrochemical, oil and gas, or similar industrial environment.\n\nExperience supporting manufacturing or plant operations strongly preferred.\n\nExperience with process optimization, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and capital projects preferred.\n\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities\n\nStrong knowledge of chemical and/or mechanical engineering principles and their application within an industrial manufacturing environment.\n\nStrong process troubleshooting and analytical skills.\n\nAbility to interpret operating data, identify trends, and translate findings into practical operational improvements.\n\nWorking knowledge of process safety, risk assessment, and Management of Change principles.\n\nAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.\n\nStrong problem-solving and decision-making skills.\n\nAbility to work effectively with Operations, Maintenance, HSE, Quality, commercial teams, customers, and leadership.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nAbility to prepare and present technical information to various levels of the organization.\n\nDemonstrated initiative and ability to work independently with general supervision.\n\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.\n\nWorking EnvironmentThis position operates primarily within a chemical manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with plant operations. The employee may be required to enter production areas and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).The position may require occasional work outside of normal business hours to support plant operations, startups, shutdowns, troubleshooting activities, or other operational needs.","datePosted":"2026-10-17T07:58:25.292Z","dateModified":"2026-10-17T07:58:25.292Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Multichem Group","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Houston","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"2c96f4e26668ceaaa4fd7507"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2c96f4e26668ceaaa4fd7507"}}