Principal Chemical Engineer

$113,000 - $150,000/Yr

Unclassified - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

About the position

Optimation is seeking a Principal Chemical Engineer to join our dynamic team dedicated to designing, fabricating, and maintaining industrial systems across a variety of industries. This role is pivotal in leading the design and implementation of chemical processing equipment, ensuring that our projects meet the highest standards of efficiency and safety. As a Principal Chemical Engineer, you will be responsible for coaching and mentoring team members, conducting research studies, and overseeing the implementation and troubleshooting of various processes, some of which may involve hazardous materials or operate under high pressures or vacuums. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying opportunities for improvement within our plants, and you will work collaboratively with a team of engineers to enhance operational efficiency and safety protocols. In this role, you will leverage your significant experience in chemical engineering to lead the design of industrial processes, which may include chemical reactor selection and design, distillation system design, and separations system design. You will apply scientific, mathematical, and engineering principles to solve complex problems and improve existing processes. Your responsibilities will also include observing production processes, conducting research, and implementing strategies to increase efficiency and quality. The Re:Build Optimation team is diverse and talented, comprising both engineering design professionals and industrial tradespeople who bring our designs to life. We are looking for candidates with a strong background in chemical engineering, particularly in the chemical, food, or pharmaceutical industries, who are eager to take the next step in their engineering careers in a challenging, fun, and rewarding environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of industrial processes including chemical reactor selection & design, distillation system design, and separations system design.
• Use scientific, mathematical, and engineering principles to solve problems and improve processes.
• Design, propose, implement, review, and correct plans to ensure company goals are achieved.
• Observe production processes, conduct research, and find ways to increase efficiency and quality.
• Coach, guide, and mentor team members in engineering practices and processes.
• Oversee the implementation and troubleshooting of various chemical processes.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 6 years' experience.
• Proven work experience as a Senior Chemical Engineer or similar role.
• Experience designing industrial processes including chemical reactor selection & design, distillation system design, and separations system design.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, and industry standards related to industrial process design & build.
• Experience using chemical process modelling & simulation software, preferably ChemCad or Epcon.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work in and support a cross-functional team environment.
• Process scale-up experience from lab scale to production scale.
• In-depth knowledge of process hazard analysis and process safety management.
• Experience with skid-based system design.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge and experience in the design of systems for generating, handling, and using hydrogen.
• Ideally holds a Chemical Engineering P.E. license.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $113,000.00 - $150,000.00 based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual bonus and long-term incentive plan.
• Employee ownership in the company, sharing in the financial rewards of success.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.