Associate Process Engineer
Brindley EngineeringLisle, Illinois
Full Time
Posted April 21, 2026
$90k - $130k
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Job Description
The Associate Process Engineer is responsible for assisting in process design, analysis, and evaluation of industrial facilities, providing technical support, and developing process documentation to optimize operations in refinery, chemical, and other industrial settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct field and technical evaluations of existing process units
- Perform calculations and develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
- Provide design documentation for downstream engineering disciplines
- Develop equipment specifications and compile scope of work packages for construction
- Interface with clients and construction teams, attend meetings, and prepare reports
- Provide technical support during field execution, including outage turnaround projects
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in process engineering
- E.I.T. licensure is required; PE license is a plus
- Knowledge of P ID development, heat and material balances, hydraulic and equipment sizing calculations, relief device sizing, API standards, and ASME codes
- Knowledge of process simulation software such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS
- Experience in coordinating across multiple disciplines
- Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements prior to deployment on any field assignment, including physical mobility on the ground and at heights, ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs, and work in all weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE
- Must be able to work in confined spaces and adhere to client safety policies, including random drug testing and facial hair safety policies
- Ability to perform field evaluations, calculations, develop PFDs and P IDs, provide design documentation, develop equipment specifications, and compile scope of work packages
- Ability to interface with clients and construction teams, attend meetings, and provide written reports
- Ability to provide technical support for field execution, including outage turnaround projects
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: $90,000 - $130,000 annually
Work schedule: Not explicitly specified
Work environment perks: Health, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; paid holidays; paid parental leave; compensatory time off; paid time off (PTO)
Additional benefits: 401(k) savings plan with employer matching; opportunity for discretionary bonus and incentive compensation; professional development opportunities including leadership development, mentoring, certifications, and process modeling experience
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