Lead Process Engineer

1 week ago


downers grove, United States Middough Inc. Full time
Middough Inc. - 'TOP WORKPLACES' Award Winner
Lead Process Engineer - Position and Responsibilities
As a Lead Process Engineer, Food & Beverage, with Middough, you will collect and prepare data/information and perform detailed engineering calculations. The Lead Process Engineer will also perform engineering design and analysis on complex or unique problems and will coach/develop less experienced engineers, designers, and drafters. As the Lead Process Engineer, you will also demonstrate technical/professional growth annually by maintaining active membership in professional organizations and participating in technical seminars/courses.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Collect and prepare data/information, perform detailed engineering calculations, and write formal engineering/technical reports.
  • Develop technical specifications and data sheets, perform technical evaluation of bids, and recommend best value design which meets client requirements for operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.
  • Provide field leadership work by checking installations and problem-solving activities.
  • Perform calculation checking and vendor drawing reviews.
  • Serve as a Project Lead for more complex projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staffing recommendations, and checking project deliverables prior to issuance.
  • Interact with other departments and suppliers to obtain pertinent information.

Education, Experience and Skills
The successful candidate will possess the following:

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering required.
  • 20+ years of experience performing basic engineering analysis and design functions.
  • Process flow drawing (PFD) and P&ID development experience preferred.
  • Process steady state modeling experience (HYSYS, AspenPlus, etc.).
  • Experience in the design, construction or operation of Corn, Soybean, Wheat, Barley, Cocoa, Other Cereal Grains, Brewing, Sugar, Fermentation, or Bio-based Chemical Processing Facilities.
  • Thorough understanding and knowledge of industry standards, practices, and regulations.
  • Experience with the development of process design basis and select unit operations, the preparation of mass and energy balances, and the preparation of hydraulic and thermal calculations.
  • Experience with application, sizing, and specification of process equipment (vessels, pumps, agitators, heat exchangers, filters, separators, conveyors, dryers, and emission control units) and utility equipment (boilers, compressors, filters, chillers, cooling towers, and water treatment systems).
  • Equipment procurement support and bid evaluation
  • Coach and lead a team of process engineers based on project need.
  • Provide guidance/support to colleagues on agro-industrial processing requirements.
  • Support development of project scope, budget and schedule for all process related work and coordinate with other internal project teams to assist in equipment layout of processing systems.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail abilities.
  • Excellent multitasking and organizational abilities for project efficiency.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Requirements
The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the successful candidate will:

  • Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
  • Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, use repeating motions that may include the wrists/hands/fingers and talk and hear.
  • Frequently use up-close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Should not expect adverse environmental conditions within company offices.
  • May be exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as climbing ladders and/or stairs, extreme heat and/or cold, and/or poor air quality) if or when on-site at a client facility. Noise levels may be moderate to high at various client sites, hearing protection may be required and/or provided. Safety protections provided by the client and/or company and are required to be used and followed.
  • May require occasional car or air travel to other company locations or client sites.
  • This position requires the candidate/employee to possess and maintain a valid driver's license in their state of residence.

About Middough
Middough Inc. (Middough), founded in 1950, is a leading professional engineering, architecture and project solutions company providing services to a broad spectrum of Fortune 500 clients in nine core industries with offices across the Central, Midwest and Northeast regions. Our diversified team is our greatest asset, and they are challenged with a large variety of interesting projects, management and technical development opportunities and team building experiences. Middough employs the best and brightest individuals who share our passion for excellence and who are dedicated to client satisfaction, quality service, safety awareness and professional development.
What Middough Offers
We offer a growth and learning culture which encourages and supports employee development through a wide variety of tools and resources such as the company Learning Management System, Middough Learning Center. Middough provides an opportunity to bring your talents and expertise to a successful and growing organization for your career advancement goals. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation and the following comprehensive benefits package, based on eligibility and plan terms/changes:

  • A hybrid work model for work-life flexibility (based on business and client needs)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Company paid Short/Long Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and Travel Insurance
  • Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Paid Certifications and Registrations (as applicable)
  • Employee Assistance Program

Middough participates in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) E-Verify program to confirm work authorization.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other protected characteristic under protected by federal, state, or local laws. Middough does not support sponsorship for any applicant that requires an employment visa (i.e., H-1B) to work lawfully in the US.


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