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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 15d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Process Engineer will provide technical leadership for capital projects from conception through start-up, ensuring designs are safe, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. They will also support plant operations through troubleshooting, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with maintenance and EHS teams.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and possess at least 5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing or process engineering. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with Front-End Loading (FEL) methodologies and PSM-regulated environments are highly preferred.
Full job description
Job Description
The Process Engineer (Projects Focus) provides process engineering leadership for capital projects, supporting the Wilmington site from project conception through start-up. This role ensures that projects are safe, technically sound, and aligned with business objectives, enabling improvements in capacity, cost, quality, and environmental performance.
Working closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Engineering leadership, this role applies Front-End Loading (FEL) principles and strong process design expertise to deliver practical, effective solutions in a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Capital Projects & Technical Execution:
Serve as the process engineering lead on capital projects from feasibility through start-up
Develop and deliver core engineering design packages (PFDs, P&IDs, MEBs, and equipment requirements)
Ensure designs are safe, operable, and cost-effective
Support commissioning and start-up to ensure systems meet design intent
Front-End Loading & Process Design
Apply FEL methodologies to define scope and evaluate alternatives
Provide expertise in process design, including reaction systems, separations, and thermodynamics
Translate business and operational needs into practical engineering solutions
Operational Support & Optimization
Support plant operations with troubleshooting and process optimization
Use process data to drive improvements in throughput, efficiency, and reliability
Participate in site initiatives for safety, environmental, and cost improvements
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Project Managers on scope development and execution alignment
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and EHS teams to ensure successful project delivery
Work with external engineering firms and contractors, ensuring quality and accountability
Safety & Compliance
Promote and support a strong safety culture
Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements
Integrate process safety and environmental considerations into all project work
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering
+5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing or process engineering
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Front-End Loading (FEL) and capital projects
Batch chemical process experience
Strong background in process design and modeling
Experience working with external engineering contractors
Knowledge of PSM-regulated environments and industry standards
What Success Looks Like:
Projects are delivered with strong technical integrity and clear scope definition
Process designs are safe, operable, and aligned with site needs
Start-ups and modifications are smooth, stable, and meet performance targets
Strong collaboration with Operations and Project teams drives practical results
Work Environment:
Combination of office and manufacturing plant environment
Regular field exposure including elevated structures, outdoor conditions, and PPE requirements
Hands-on involvement in commissioning and plant support activities
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to work on high-impact capital projects
Exposure to end-to-end project lifecycle from concept to start-up
Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and technical excellence
Apply today to join Stepan Company and help shape the future of our Wilmington site.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering
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Related keywords
Process EngineeringCapital ProjectsFront-End LoadingFELChemical EngineeringPFDsP&IDsMEBsProcess DesignThermodynamicsSeparationsReaction SystemsCommissioningStart-upTroubleshootingProcess Optimization
Innovative chemical solutions for a cleaner, healthier more energy efficient world.
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1932
Headquarters
Northbrook, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
128,996
Total funding
$450M
Stepan Company's vision is to create innovative solutions for a cleaner, healthier, more energy efficient world. We want to accomplish that vision by partnering with you. As a publicly-traded, international manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemical products, we collaborate with our customers to bring high-quality products that drive growth in the consumer space and functional markets such as construction, oilfield, agriculture, paints and coatings.
Since 1932, Stepan continues to be a mainstay in the industry, committed to developing sustainable practices and products that reflect our core values: responsibility, integrity and innovation. By always putting you – the customer – first, we bring continuous improvement to the chemical industry and our global community.
Stepan is headquartered in the Greater Chicagoland area (Northfield, IL). We provide timely customer support anywhere in the world by utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing, and research and development facilities, along with a robust distribution network throughout North and South America, Europe and Asia.
Offices: 1101 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, Illinois 60062, US · 22 W Frontage Road, Northfield, IL 60093, US · Chemin Jonkind, Voreppe, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes 38340, FR · 22500 W Stepan Dr, Elwood, Illinois 60421, US · 1208 N Patt St, Anaheim, California 92801, US
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