Job Title: Chemical Engineer

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Process Engineer responsible for processing data compilations and generating reports for a petroleum pilot plant. This role involves collaborating with operators to create product blends and utilizing MS Office for report generation and design in AutoPlant/CAD. You will support projects by executing chemical and petroleum lab-scale experiments and compiling test data.

Responsibilities

• Compile and build reports for petroleum pilot plant runs.
• Will work with electrical team and support process development projects to improve operations and automation.
• Execute chemical and petroleum lab-scale experiments.
• Build up and report test equipment data.
• Install and maintain equipment and assist with safety procedures.
• Prepare samples and oversee cleanup of the plant.
• Lead operators on shifts and manage day-to-day tasks involving pumps, heat trace, high-temperature oils, drum heaters, and chemicals.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, or a related field.
• Proficiency in chemical engineering, chemical manufacturing, instrumentation, PLC
• Experience with simulation tools and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of circuits, troubleshooting, install of equipment, maintenance
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to handle heat transfer and fluid flow operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with P&ID and BOM is preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, AutoPlant, SolidWorks, and MS Office.
• Ability to multitask and complete thermodynamic calculations.
• Willingness to perform hands-on mechanical tasks.

Work Environment

This position involves working in a desk and plant/refinery setting. Shifts will vary depending on projects, with advance notice of shift timings. The role offers holiday pay for six days, five PTO days, and access to benefits. This is a great opportunity for an entry-level engineer to gain industry experience and see projects from design to completion.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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