Associate Process Engineer

Brindley Engineering Corporation

Associate Process Engineer leading process design for refinery and chemical facilities. Engaging in equipment analysis, design, and providing technical support for field execution.

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeLisle • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $90,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team player to lead/assist in process design for new and existing facilities.
Analyze, calculate, and design new or revamped process equipment in refinery, chemical, and other industrial applications.
Conduct field and technical evaluations of existing process units
Perform calculations, develop PFDs and P&IDs, provide design documentation for downstream engineering disciplines, develop equipment specifications, compile scope of work packages for construction
Interface with Client and Construction, attend meetings, and provide written reports
Provide technical support for field execution, including outage/turnaround projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education: Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Experience: Min Yr = 3+
Licensure: E.I.T. Preferred, PE license a plus
Technical Skills: Knowledge of P&ID development, heat and material balances, hydraulic and equipment sizing calculations, relief device sizing, API standards, and ASME codes required. Knowledge of process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) preferred
Management: Experience in coordinating across multiple disciplines required
Other Skills: Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
401(k) savings plan with employer matching
Company-paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Compensatory time off
Paid time off (PTO)

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Hard Skills & Tools

process designPFD developmentP&ID developmentheat and material balanceshydraulic calculationsequipment sizing calculationsrelief device sizingAPI standardsASME codesprocess simulation software

Soft Skills

detail-orientedreliablecreativeteam playerstrong organizational skillswritten communication skillsverbal communication skills

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Chemical EngineeringE.I.T.PE license