Chemical Manufacturing - Senior Process Engineer - Westport, CT

My client is seeking a Senior Process/Project Engineer to join the Engineering Department. This role involves designing, improving, and troubleshooting chemical manufacturing systems, ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Client Details

My client is a leading chemical manufacturer recognized for innovation, quality, and commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

Description

• Design and select process equipment and auxiliaries for new or revised chemical manufacturing systems
• Implement process improvements and capacity changes through ECN processes
• Prepare P&IDs, energy/material balances, and utility requirements
• Develop equipment layouts, instrumentation scopes, and piping designs
• Troubleshoot existing operations and recommend improvements for safety, efficiency, and compliance
• Lead or assist with Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR)
• Manage project costs, schedules, and installation/startup activities
• Scale up R&D processes to full production systems
• Participate in Safety and Health Committee and Hazardous Materials response team

Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering
• 10-20 years of experience in design, project, and process engineering within chemical plant operations and batch processing
• Strong knowledge of heat transfer, fluid flow, mass transfer, distillation, reaction engineering, and liquid/liquid extraction
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills
• Proficiency in technical applications and computer tools

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on challenging projects with a respected industry leader
• Collaborative environment focused on safety, innovation, and professional growth

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