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Actalent Process Development Engineer in Spartanburg, South Carolina
Job Title: Chemical Process Development EngineerJob Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chemical Process Development Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and optimizing chemical processes, from conceptual design through to full-scale implementation. This role requires collaboration with R&D teams, manufacturing partners, and project engineers to ensure successful project execution.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with R&D chemists and engineers to develop conceptual process flow diagrams (PFDs) and heat & mass balances based on laboratory data and experiments.
Develop estimates of total product cost in alignment with company processes.
Create process models and simulations, including sensitivity analysis for cost impact.
Develop P&IDs and related engineering drawings for pilot-scale processes.
Translate engineering drawings into a Bill of Materials and specifications sheets for pilot equipment and instrumentation.
Create formal cost estimates and capital funds requests for pilot-scale processes.
Procure materials and construct pilot systems within the allocated budget and schedule.
Operate pilot systems to evaluate route options and generate process data for process scale-up and design.
Collaborate with internal and external manufacturing partners and capital project engineers on full-scale process designs and estimates.
Participate in Design Package Review, Hazard and Operability studies (HAZOP), Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Facility Siting Assessments, and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
Create and own technical packages to transfer technology to internal and external manufacturing partners until projects pass through the commercialization gate.
Provide accurate plans and status reports to the respective project manager.
Essential Skills
MS in Chemical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in chemical process development engineering.
Proficiency in process development and manufacturing engineering.
Experience in chemical engineering and chemical manufacturing.
Experience with a broad base of chemical processes along with equipment sizing and specification.
Experience with instrumentation, automation, and control systems.
Familiarity with process simulation software such as ASPEN.
Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM), Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements, and RAGAGEP design principles.
Work Environment
The role is based at our headquarters, offering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Spartanburg, SC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.
Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Spartanburg,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.