Sr. Process Design Engineer

Job Title: Sr. Process Design Engineer

Summary:

As a Senior Process Design Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in shaping how our plant operates today and evolves for the future. You’ll lead the design and implementation of engineering solutions that support both day-to-day operations and high-impact strategic projects.

In this role, you’ll design and optimize equipment, systems, and processes that improve reliability, enhance safety, and drive efficiency across the site. From early concept development through installation and commissioning, you’ll own the process design journey—bringing ideas to life while ensuring alignment with engineering standards and regulatory requirements.

You’ll collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and project teams, using your expertise to solve complex challenges and deliver practical, innovative solutions that make a real impact on the plant and the people who run it.

Please note that this role requires onsite presence five days per week, Monday through Friday

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities Include:

Safety, Compliance & Responsibility

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to personal safety and the safety of employees, contractors, company assets, and the surrounding community.
• Ensure all work complies with Momentive’s EHS Management Systems, cybersecurity requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain accountability for safety across engineering projects and maintenance activities, including work performed by contractors and vendors.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Lead the development of detailed engineering designs for new installations, system upgrades, and plant modifications.
• Prepare engineering deliverables such as specifications, drawings, and technical documentation for process equipment and fluid handling systems, including heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, safety valves, columns, and reactors.
• Provide process design support for capital projects, including scope definition and cost estimation.
• Serve as a site subject matter expert in piping and insulation specifications, material selection, and chemical compatibility.
• Conduct technical and economic evaluations to support new products and process improvements, assessing plant capacity, operating conditions, investment needs, and potential operational impacts.
• Strengthen site engineering capability through mentoring, coaching, and technical development of process and production engineers.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

• BS degree or higher in Chemical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in design engineering within an industrial chemical manufacturing environment.
• Skilled in process simulation and analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of codes and standards (ASME, API,ASTM).
• Excellent interpersonal skills are essential.
• Strong safety consciousness, strong EHS awareness and familiarity with EHS requirements.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook / Office / Excel/ PowerPoint etc. – computer basics.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects.

The following are preferred qualifications:

• Technical knowledge in industrial equipment and chemical products.
• Familiarity with the following:
  • SAP
  • OSI PI data management platform
  • Chemical Process simulation, preferably CHEMCAD
  • Process Safety Management knowledge (MOC, PSSR, PHA, LOPA)

What We Offer:

Base Pay Range: $90,500 – $133,100

The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution

Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company’s incentive plans, the Company’s financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.

At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.

• Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
• Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
• Short term disability with 100%  base salary coverage.
• Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
• 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
• 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
• Student debt pay-off program.
• Professional development programs and courses.
• Wellness programs and financial education.

Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description on the physical job requirements.

About Us:

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

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