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Chemical Engineer - Wastewater Treatment

  2025-06-06     Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom     Destrehan,LA  
Description:

Kelly Engineering is seeking a Chemical Engineer (Wastewater Treatment) to join on of our leading O&G/Petrochemical clients in Norco, LA.

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Ideal candidate

  • REQUIRED: Wastewater treatment experience. Preferably experienced with a storm water collection background
  • 5-7 years industry experience in Oil & Gas / Petrochemical manufacturing or refining.
  • Must pass DISA background check and drug screen
  • Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card

Shift

9/80 (every other Friday off)

Compensation: $85.00 - 90.00/hr - W2

Job Description:

  • Join a dynamic team in the Technology Department supporting the development and execution of small capital projects ranging from $0.2 to $25 million. This role involves managing 8 to 15 projects of varying size and complexity, focusing on both chemical and energy (refining) assets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process Design Development
    Lead the creation of process design documents, including project premise and basis of design, and validate business cases for complex projects.

  • Project Management
    Develop front-end deliverables, such as flow rates, compositions, product specifications, and ensure projects progress through various stage gates.

  • Technical Leadership
    Manage an integrated technical team to deliver final process designs, including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment data sheets, and safeguarding studies.

  • Stakeholder Alignment
    Support the Project Manager in aligning key stakeholders and lead resolution of key process design investigations.

  • Commissioning Support
    Follow projects through to commissioning and start-up, providing ongoing technical support and participating in reviews, MOCs, and HAZOPs.

Specific Duties:

  • Prepare mark ups of PFDs and P&IDs.
  • Develop scopes of work for engineering firms.
  • Ensure accurate documentation for safe equipment operation.
  • Lead and facilitate design-related investigations.
  • Provide process/technical support throughout the project lifecycle.

Dimensions:

  • Lead project teams through front-end development.
  • Develop project scopes of work, basis of design, and secure funding.
  • Enhance leadership skills by directing process engineering teams and mentoring others.
  • Interface with multiple stakeholders to manage varying needs and priorities.

Position Requirements:

  • Education
    BS in Chemical Engineering. Other disciplines considered with appropriate experience.

  • Experience
    Preferred 5+ years supporting chemical or refining manufacturing sites, with project work process familiarity.

  • Skills
    Strong curiosity, adept at asking probing questions to develop project scope, excellent communication, interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills.

Why Join?

Career Growth

Leadership and technical assurance on high-impact projects.

Work-Life Balance

9-80 schedule with every other Friday at home.

Competitive Compensation

Excellent benefits, hourly rate, and OT pay.

If you are an engineer looking to make a significant impact in the petroleum industry, this is an outstanding opportunity to leverage your skills and grow your career. Apply today to join our team and contribute to cutting-edge projects in Norco, LA.


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