Chemical Process Engineer

Chemical Process Engineer

The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a Chemical Process Engineer to join an engineering organization that designs and delivers water treatment solutions for the government and commercial nuclear sectors. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Columbia, South Carolina.

As the Chemical Process Engineer, you will take part in detailed design, testing, and field start-up of a range of systems that condition water and contaminated effluent streams. The position rewards curiosity: you will keep pace with emerging technologies and apply inventive thinking to complex technical challenges. You will work shoulder to shoulder with fellow engineers on creative solutions while receiving mentorship from recognized leaders in the field.

What You'll Do

• Create process flow diagrams (PFDs), material and energy balances (MEBs), and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Run detailed sizing calculations and specify process equipment such as pumps, control valves, instrumentation, and consumables.
• Communicate process design intent and partner closely with mechanical and electrical engineering teams.
• Author analyses, test protocols, and reports that prove designs meet performance and functional requirements.
• Own bench- and pilot-scale testing from start to finish, including test rig design, written test procedures, and data analysis.
• Guide fabrication efforts with timely engineering input.
• Support on-site system start-ups.

What You Bring

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 3 years of chemical engineering experience.
• Proven ability to interpret core chemical engineering documents, including Mass And Energy Balances, Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs, and Equipment Drawings.
• Strong Verbal And Written Communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or a comparable drafting application.
• A Problem-Solving mindset focused on practical, innovative answers to real-world challenges.
• Skill in Multi-Project Management, keeping several efforts moving at once.
• Comfort working both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Compensation & Total Rewards

• Salary: $70,000 to $120,000
• Engagement: Full-time, direct hire; on-site in Columbia, SC
• Schedule: Monday through Friday or Monday through Thursday
• Benefits: generous paid time off and holidays; medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance with employer contributions; 401(k) with employer match; relocation assistance; room for career growth

Joining StaffRight Associates

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you're doing more than pursuing a job, you're aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.