Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer

Job Description

The Process Engineer is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of pipeline, terminal, and processing facilities. This role emphasizes process design, optimization, hydraulic analysis, safety compliance, and operational troubleshooting across natural gas, NGL, refined products, CO₂, and terminal assets. The Process Engineer collaborates closely with Operations, Project Engineering, Integrity, and HSE teams.

About the Company

This organization is a leading energy infrastructure operator with a strong reputation for reliability, safety, and long-term stability. Engineers here work on large-scale, mission‑critical assets that play a vital role in safely transporting and processing energy across North America. The Houston-based environment offers exposure to complex operations, meaningful responsibility, and collaboration with experienced technical teams. Employees are drawn to the company’s emphasis on safety, operational excellence, and career longevity, making it an attractive place for a process engineer looking to build a lasting and impactful career.

Responsibilities

• Develop project design bases and feed studies for proposed Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and capital projects.
• Assist with developing, monitoring, and implementing capital project estimates.
• Review, maintain, and update Process Safety Information (PSI), including Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Cause & Effect Matrices (C&E), Consequences of Deviation (COD), Pressure Relief Valve Calculations, and Maximum Intended Inventory (MII).
• Perform detailed sizing, design, and specification of all major equipment within gas processing facilities, such as compression, heat exchangers, pumps, towers, separators, heaters, and control valves.
• Perform and/or validate relief valve and flare system sizing/evaluations.
• Review and provide feedback on equipment drawings, vessel calculations, and construction drawings.
• Provide technical support for startups, troubleshooting, and plant turnarounds.
• Prepare and coordinate engineering reports, calculations, studies, and presentations.
• Participate in the completion of Management of Change (MOC) requirements.
• Develop and update process and equipment specifications and standards.
• Act as a liaison between project management, operations, and third-party engineering contractors to ensure facility and equipment purchases meet design requirements.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. Mechanical Engineering will be considered with applicable process engineering experience.
• 10 years of experience in design, construction, or operation of refinery or condensate splitter operations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve in the field and remotely.
• Experience with process facility instrumentation, controls, and automation.
• Ability to develop, read, and interpret mechanical diagrams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with a diverse range of personnel.
• Experience and understanding of compression, flare systems, and fractionation.
• Functional knowledge of ASME B31.3, ASME Section VII Div 1, API 520/521, and other RAGAGEP standards and regulations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with pipeline, compressor stations, pump stations, terminals, storage, and splitter facilities.
• Experience supporting PHMSA-regulated facilities.
• Familiarity with PLC/SCADA operating interfaces.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with OSHA 1910.119 Process Safety Management (PSM) of Highly Hazardous Chemicals and EPA 40CFR Part 68 Risk Management Plan (RMP).
• Experience with third-party equipment manufacturer sizing software applicable to the gas processing industry.
• Onsite facility commissioning and operational troubleshooting.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Certification is preferred but not required.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.