Process Engineer Job at Element Staffing Services, Houston, TX

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  • Element Staffing Services
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Process Engineer

Job Description: Element Staffing is recruiting for a Process Engineer for a wastewater treatment company in Houston, TX. The Process Engineer serves as a key technical contributor in the design, development, optimization, and troubleshooting of water and wastewater treatment product lines. This hands-on, detail-oriented role requires a strong foundation in process engineering and a commitment to continuous improvement. The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams—including Sales, Proposals, Engineering, Project Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Management—as well as direct interaction with customers and suppliers to support projects from initial concept through start-up/commissioning and operation. Local candidates only.

Duties/Responsibilities/Qualifications:

  • Develop cost-effective, technically compliant process solutions using company product offerings.
  • Assist in reviewing client specifications and contribute to bid proposals and pricing strategies, in coordination with the Sales and Proposal teams.
  • Prepare and review process engineering deliverables, including PFDs, P&IDs, control narratives, and O&M manuals during the detailed engineering phase, working closely with Project Engineers and Engineering team.
  • Perform and verify process calculations based on influent water quality, operating parameters, and site-specific conditions to optimize system performance.
  • Lead pilot studies from planning through execution and closure, in coordination with Product Manager, Manufacturing Engineers, Project Manager, Field Service personnels, and clients.
  • Support system testing, start-up, commissioning, and performance audits.
  • Contribute to R&D initiatives to enhance existing technologies or develop new products, working closely with the New Product Development & Product Management team.
  • Troubleshoot field performance issues and provide technical support to end-users.
  • Represent company in technical meetings with clients and vendors.
  • Participate in HAZID and HAZOP studies, value engineering sessions, and design reviews.
  • Conduct risk assessments, process audits, and performance diagnostics to identify process improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams to resolve operational issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Prepare and deliver technical reports and presentations.
  • Perform process simulations, modeling, and data analysis
  • Experience with process simulation and modeling software (e.g., Aspen, BioWin, GPS-X).
  • Proficient in developing and interpreting PFDs and P&IDs.
  • Strong understanding of process calculations (fluid dynamics, mass/energy balances, kinetics, thermodynamics).
  • Hands-on knowledge of water and wastewater treatment systems, particularly those offered by company.
  • Familiarity with national and international engineering codes and standards.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical systems (pumps, blowers, valves, instrumentation).
  • Understanding of automation systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA).
  • Knowledge of environmental health and safety (EHS) regulations.
  • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.
  • Proficient in data analysis and interpretation.
  • Effective interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Additional Information:

  • Years of Experience: 2-5+ years
  • Education: BS Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or related
  • Shift/Travel: M-F, days + 20-30% travel
  • Compensation: DOE
  • Assignment Type: Contract to Hire
  • Location: Houston, TX
  • Local candidates only

Job Tags

Contract work, For contractors, Local area, Shift work,

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