Process Simulation Engineer

Rockwell Automation

Process Simulation Engineer at Rockwell Automation focusing on process technology projects across various sectors. Integrating engineering designs and using advanced simulation tools to deliver innovative solutions.

Posted 5/26/2026full-timeCork • 🇮🇪 IrelandJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support execution of design studies across concept, basic, and detailed design phases
Maintain design deliverables including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment lists, and process descriptions
Perform process simulations and engineering calculations using tools such as Aspen® and Mathcad® to support: Mass and energy balances, Equipment and line sizing, Pressure relief device sizing and hydraulic analysis
Use simulation outputs to validate designs, improve performance, and support engineering decisions
Support evaluation of Best Available Technologies (BAT) and process optimisation opportunities
Participate in project meetings and contribute to differant engineering teams
Coordinate with other disciplines i.e. (EC&I, Automation, Mechanical, and Validation) to provide integrated solutions
Support development of scope of work packages and engineering deliverables
Ensure resolution of process technical queries (TQs)
Ensure all designs comply with client specifications, SOPs, and applicable standards (e.g., PED, ATEX, and GMP)
Support HAZOP preparation, participation, and close-out activities
Contribute to Hazardous Area Classification studies
Help develop and witness commissioning and startup protocols
Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for process equipment and packaged systems
Provide on-site engineering support to construction and operations teams
Help develop engineering cost estimates and inputs to sales proposals
Track engineering hours against project budgets, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and cost targets
Identify and contribute to Design Change Requests (DCRs), including assessment of technical and commercial impacts
Ensure adherence to the Rockwell Automation Quality Management System (QMS)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or Better in Chemical / Process Engineering or a related discipline
Open to graduates or those looking to transitioning into a digital / simulation-focused design role with 1+ years experience
Demonstrate interested in - Process Design / Simulations / Sustainability / Functional Safety
A "can-do" approach, demonstrate ownership and quality work
Work with other engineering teams i.e. (EC&I, Automation, Mechanical, and Validation)
Willingness to travel internationally
Full, clean driver's licence required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance Program
Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program
On-demand digital course library for professional development
other local benefits!

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Hard Skills & Tools

process designprocess simulationsengineering calculationsmass and energy balancesequipment sizingpressure relief device sizinghydraulic analysishazardous area classificationengineering cost estimatesdesign change requests

Soft Skills

ownershipquality workcan-do approachcollaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingadaptabilityattention to detailproject managementteamwork

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Process EngineeringBachelor's degree in related discipline