Principal Process Engineer

Job Description

A Principal Process Engineer is a highly experienced professional who acts as a technical expert and leader in process engineering, often guiding and mentoring junior engineers. They are responsible for designing, optimizing, and improving industrial processes, ensuring they meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Principal Process Engineers also contribute to company strategy and may act as a Discipline Lead or Technical Expert on projects. Key Responsibilities: Technical Expertise: Provides technical direction and guidance to other engineers, acting as a subject matter expert in process engineering. Project Leadership: May lead conceptual studies, Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), and detailed design projects. Process Design and Optimization: Conducts process engineering and design, including process configuration and optimization studies. Documentation and Specifications: Prepares and reviews calculations, specifications, and P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams). Safety and Compliance: Ensures processes meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Process Improvement: Develops and implements solutions for plant improvements and process optimization. Mentoring and Training: Guides and mentors junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Collaboration: Works with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation engineers. Problem Solving: Troubleshoots operational issues and implements best practices to ensure smooth and efficient production. Reporting and Communication: Prepares reports and communicates effectively with senior management and other stakeholders. Example Duties: Designing and optimizing industrial processes. Developing and implementing engineering solutions. Creating P&IDs and other process documentation. Conducting process simulations and analyses. Managing and coordinating engineering projects. Ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Working with other engineering disciplines. Role & responsibilities Preferred candidate profile