Process Engineer, Principal
Job Description
Audubon is currently seeking a Process Engineer, Principal to join our team in our Midland, TX Office. The Process Engineer, Principal will perform process engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, structures or systems.
**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES****:**
* Independently prepare advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
* Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations and develop analysis models for complex project assignments.
* Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
* Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
* Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget.
* Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.
* Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
* Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.
* Interact with drafting/design group to develop and review engineering drawings.
* Visit job\-sites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions.
* Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications.
* Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases.
* Perform checking of engineering drawings and mathematical calculations.
* Adhere to safe design practices, while focusing on identifying cost saving opportunities.
* Plan and manage workload, budgets and project resources, requesting assistance as necessary.
* Develop, review and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages.
* Assist in the development of internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.
* Assess feasibility of projects by assessing materials, costs and time requirements, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics.
* Utilize complex and repetitive calculations.
* Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and/or construction schedules for projects.
* Analyze and examine different strategies, equations and applications to ensure appropriate procedures are applied and/or utilized. Resolve design and development issues.
* Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities.
* Compile discipline\-specific man\-hour estimates and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client provided project scope.
* Manage and forecast man\-hour requirements and schedules associated with discipline\-specific project scope.
* Assess challenges and potential risks of planned projects, including construction costs, government regulations, potential environmental hazards and other factors.
* Undertake initiatives for risk management and appropriate steps to address it.
* Undertake technical and feasibility studies including site investigations.
* May lead large scope multi\-discipline projects and manage day to day workflow within a group or project; may delegate assignments, distribute workload, establish work deadlines, and issue reports to immediate supervisor regarding completion of work.
* Responsible for providing feedback to immediate supervisor regarding co\-worker's performance and any work related issues, including those that might lead to disciplinary actions.
* Provide advice and assistance on work techniques, best practices, and subject matter expertise to co\-workers.
* Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects.
**EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS****:**
* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
* Bachelor's Degree from ABET Accredited Institution preferred.
* Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering preferred.
* PE License required.
* Field experience required.
* Industry experience required.
* Minimum of 15 years of experience preferred.
* Large multi\-discipline project lead experience preferred.
* HYSYS, ProMax or equivalent software experience preferred.
* Working knowledge of conceptual through detailed design and P\&ID development preferred.
* Working knowledge of codes (API, etc.) and Process design standards preferred.
* Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
* Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.
* Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.
* Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
* Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in
**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES****:**
* Independently prepare advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
* Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations and develop analysis models for complex project assignments.
* Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
* Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
* Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget.
* Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.
* Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
* Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.
* Interact with drafting/design group to develop and review engineering drawings.
* Visit job\-sites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions.
* Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications.
* Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases.
* Perform checking of engineering drawings and mathematical calculations.
* Adhere to safe design practices, while focusing on identifying cost saving opportunities.
* Plan and manage workload, budgets and project resources, requesting assistance as necessary.
* Develop, review and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages.
* Assist in the development of internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.
* Assess feasibility of projects by assessing materials, costs and time requirements, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics.
* Utilize complex and repetitive calculations.
* Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and/or construction schedules for projects.
* Analyze and examine different strategies, equations and applications to ensure appropriate procedures are applied and/or utilized. Resolve design and development issues.
* Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities.
* Compile discipline\-specific man\-hour estimates and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client provided project scope.
* Manage and forecast man\-hour requirements and schedules associated with discipline\-specific project scope.
* Assess challenges and potential risks of planned projects, including construction costs, government regulations, potential environmental hazards and other factors.
* Undertake initiatives for risk management and appropriate steps to address it.
* Undertake technical and feasibility studies including site investigations.
* May lead large scope multi\-discipline projects and manage day to day workflow within a group or project; may delegate assignments, distribute workload, establish work deadlines, and issue reports to immediate supervisor regarding completion of work.
* Responsible for providing feedback to immediate supervisor regarding co\-worker's performance and any work related issues, including those that might lead to disciplinary actions.
* Provide advice and assistance on work techniques, best practices, and subject matter expertise to co\-workers.
* Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects.
**EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS****:**
* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
* Bachelor's Degree from ABET Accredited Institution preferred.
* Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering preferred.
* PE License required.
* Field experience required.
* Industry experience required.
* Minimum of 15 years of experience preferred.
* Large multi\-discipline project lead experience preferred.
* HYSYS, ProMax or equivalent software experience preferred.
* Working knowledge of conceptual through detailed design and P\&ID development preferred.
* Working knowledge of codes (API, etc.) and Process design standards preferred.
* Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
* Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.
* Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.
* Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
* Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in
Posted: 2026-03-30