Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer

Location: Bellingham, WA; Billings, MT; Spokane, WA; Vancouver, WA

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $100,000 to $180,000/ yearly benefits

We offer a full benefits package. Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401K, Company paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & Dependent Life Insurance, and a Flexible Spending Account. We also offer a generous Paid Time Off program, 8 paid holidays, and exempt staff compensated for hours worked over 40 per week.

Responsibilities:

The Process Engineer will be responsible for the following duties. Additional tasks may be assigned as required:

• Process Design Development: Create process design deliverables, including process design basis, process flow diagrams (PFDs), development of mass and energy balances, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and cause-and-effect matrices.
• Pressure Relief Devices: Size and specify pressure relief devices to meet process requirements.
• Problem Solving: Define the approach needed to solve hydraulic, heat, and mass transfer issues, including the collection of field data and client information. Develop models to analyze and interpret results and recommend solutions to meet client objectives.
• Equipment Sizing: Size and select equipment including pumps, heat exchangers, mass transfer devices, pressure vessels, etc. Work closely with mechanical engineers in developing technical specifications and reviewing drawings.
• Communication: Regularly communicate with project teams and Kestrel’s clients to convey technical information, identify potential issues, and develop solutions to meet project objectives on time.
• Engineering Support: Provide support throughout detailed engineering phases to ensure continuity, assess the impact of proposed changes, and assist in quality assurance/control for the project.

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Education: BSc in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience as a process engineer in industries such as specialty chemicals, petrochemical, oil & gas, water treatment, power generation, and metallurgical/mineral processing.
• Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Strong ability to identify technical problems, develop solutions, and implement action plans effectively.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Technical Knowledge: Thorough understanding of chemical engineering principles, including heat and mass transfer, thermodynamics, fluid flow, and hydraulics.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with hydraulic analysis for piping and ductwork using software (e.g., Design Flow Solutions, PipeFlo). Familiarity with Aspen HYSYS is preferred.
• Microsoft Office: Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Plant Experience: Previous plant experience is strongly preferred.

Certifications, Credentials, Licenses & Registrations:

• FE Exam: Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is required.
• PE License: Professional goal to pursue a Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• TWIC: Eligibility to obtain or currently hold a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) is required.

Please connect with me at (609) 257-2872 or drop me your contact at anil.chamoli@russelltobin.com .

Anil Chamoli

Lead - Recruitment

Contact : 609-257-2872

Email : anil.chamoli@russelltobin.com