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EIKON-X

Senior Process Engineer

EIKON-X, Baytown, Texas, us, 77522

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Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types Annual Bonus

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Senior Recruiter at Eikon-X. Motivated by the hunt and making amazing hires for my customers. Proud husband and father! Chemical Process Engineer – Continuous Chemical Manufacturing | Baytown, TX (Onsite) About the Opportunity A privately held

chemical manufacturer

is launching a

new specialty monomer facility in Baytown, TX

— a greenfield project bringing innovative production technology to large-scale, continuous operation.

We’re seeking a

hands‑on Chemical Process Engineer

who thrives in a

DCS‑controlled, 24/7 plant environment

and enjoys solving real‑world process challenges. The plant is currently completing commissioning and will transition to full production in 2025.

This is an opportunity to join a tight‑knit team where

process ownership, problem‑solving, and technical excellence

are core values.

Key Responsibilities

Provide daily

process engineering and operational support

for a continuous chemical manufacturing facility.

Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot

DCS‑controlled unit operations to ensure efficiency, product quality, and safety.

Partner with operations, maintenance, and control engineering teams to

drive reliability and uptime .

Perform

PFD/P&ID reviews, process modeling, and hydraulic calculations

to support ongoing improvements.

Lead or participate in

HAZOPs, PSM reviews, and startup/turnaround planning .

Identify opportunities to

debottleneck and optimize process control logic , tuning parameters within the DCS environment (Honeywell strongly preferred).

Ensure compliance with all

PSM and Responsible Care® standards

while promoting a zero‑incident safety culture.

Ideal Background

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

(or closely related discipline).

5+ years of experience

as a Process Engineer in a

chemical, petrochemical, or polymer manufacturing plant .

Direct experience working with

Honeywell, DeltaV, or similar DCS systems

— understanding console operations, process monitoring, and control‑loop troubleshooting.

Proven ability to

analyze process data, diagnose issues, and drive measurable improvements .

Strong communication skills — capable of working effectively with operators, supervisors, and senior leadership.

Local to the

Baytown / East Houston

area (no relocation offered).

Why This Role Stands Out

Ground‑floor impact:

Join during the final commissioning phase of a new facility — shape operations from day one.

True process ownership:

Small, technically strong team where you’ll have visibility, autonomy, and accountability.

Advanced control environment:

State‑of‑the‑art

Honeywell DCS

system with full digital integration and optimization initiatives underway.

Safety‑first operations:

PSM‑regulated site with modern infrastructure and zero‑incident mindset.

Competitive package:

Up to

$150K base + 10% bonus , 401(k) with match, and full benefits (medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays).

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Chemical Manufacturing

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