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Chemical Process Engineer - Industrial & Plant OptimizationSelectek • Lakeland, FL
Chemical Process Engineer - Industrial & Plant Optimization

Chemical Process Engineer - Industrial & Plant Optimization

Selectek • Lakeland, FL
30+ days ago
Salary
$40.00–$60.00 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description
Chemical Engineer / Process Engineer – Industrial Projects
  • Location: Mulberry, FL (Onsite, with limited travel)
  • Pay Rate: ~ +/- $40-60/hr | ~ $80-120K+ (Negotiable DOE)
We have an immediate need for a Chemical Engineer / Process Engineer to join an innovative and growing engineering firm specializing in industrial plant design and process optimization. This role offers hands-on project involvement in industrial chemical processing facilities, working on phosphate, fertilizer, and other heavy industrial projects.

About the Role:
The selected candidate will:
  • Design and analyze chemical process systems, including mass/energy balances, PFDs, and P&IDs
  • Perform equipment sizing and specification for pumps, heat exchangers, valves, reactors, and separation units
  • Conduct PRV/PSV sizing, heat exchanger modeling, and control valve selection
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, piping, electrical, structural, instrumentation & controls)
  • Support project execution, including field data collection, process troubleshooting, and construction oversight
  • Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and front-end-loading (FEL) studies

What You Bring:
  • Degree: B.S. in Chemical Engineering (Required)
  • Experience: 5+ years in industrial chemical process design
  • Technical Expertise: Pipe flow modeling, PRV/PSV sizing, heat exchanger modeling, process optimization
  • Software Proficiency: AutoCAD (Plant 3D a plus)
  • Certifications: PE or EI preferred but not required
  • Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to work on multiple projects

Why Join Us?
  • Team Culture: Employees describe it as “a breath of fresh air” – a collaborative, problem-solving environment with leadership that values ethics and flexibility
  • Stability & Growth: A well-established firm with expanding operations in Florida and North Carolina
  • Work-Life Balance: Office-based with potential for WFH flexibility for FL-based roles
  • Project Variety: Work on cutting-edge engineering challenges in industrial sectors

Job Details:
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM (flex time possible)
  • Location: Mulberry, FL 33860 (Potential remote option for senior-level roles in NC)
  • Term: Full-Time; contract-to-hire or Direct hire options available
  • Travel: Limited (approx. 10%)

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and be part of a growing team that values expertise, innovation, and teamwork!

To learn more ASAP, feel free to also contact Mollie Karns at mkarns@selectek.net | 678-335-6114
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