Lead Process Engineer

Brindley Engineering Corporation

. Lead process design for new and existing facilities .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeLisle • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in process design and technical direction for refinery and chemical process units, with a strong foundation in P&ID development, equipment specifications, and field execution support. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and effectively communicate with clients and contractors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor Of Science In Chemical Engineering10+ Years Of ExperienceP&ID DevelopmentRefinery And Chemical Plant Unit OperationsMentoring And Leading Teams

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Hard Skills

Process DesignEquipment SpecificationsHeat And Material BalancesHydraulic And Equipment Sizing CalculationsRelief Device SizingAPI StandardsASME CodesCalculationsPFD DevelopmentScope Of Work Packages

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

P.E. Preferred

Industry Keywords

RefineryChemical ApplicationsField EvaluationsTechnical SupportOutage ProjectsConstructability PlanningProposal DevelopmentEstimate DevelopmentClient InterfaceSafety Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead process design for new and existing facilities
Analyze, calculate, and design new or revamped process equipment in refinery, chemical, and other industrial applications
Lead field and technical evaluations of existing process units
Provide technical direction for refinery and chemical process units and licensed technologies
Direct and perform calculations
Develop PFDs and P&IDs
Provide design documentation for downstream engineering disciplines
Develop equipment specifications
Compile scope of work packages for construction
Lead client and contractor interface
Attend meetings and provide written reports
Provide technical support for field execution, including outage/turnaround projects
Assist in constructability planning, proposal, and estimate development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Minimum 10+ years of experience
Knowledge of P&ID development, heat and material balances, hydraulic and equipment sizing calculations, relief device sizing, API standards, and ASME codes
Strong technical knowledge of refinery and chemical plant unit operations and/or licensed technologies
Experience mentoring and leading teams
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
Must possess physical mobility on the ground and at heights
May be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and work with required fall protection
Must be able to work in all weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE
May be required to work in confined spaces
May be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program
May be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy
Must meet all client-specific site requirements before field assignments
P.E. preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) savings plan with employer matching
Company-paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Compensatory time off
Paid time off (PTO)
Professional development opportunities
Growth in leading technical teams as subject matter expert or lead engineer
Advancement of technical knowledge and skills in multidisciplinary technical and managerial environments