Job Details

Clayton Services is searching for a Senior Process Engineer to join a growing company in the Houston area. The Senior Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting process design, engineering studies, equipment specification, and providing technical expertise for large-scale projects. This role offers opportunities for career advancement, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and direct involvement in the design and operation of innovative energy systems.

Job Type: Direct Hire
Pay Rate: $150,000-$160,000/year plus bonus
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.

Senior Process Engineer Responsibilities:

• Develop and run process simulations in Aspen/HYSYS or similar software
• Prepare heat and material balances, PFDs, and P&IDs
• Perform equipment sizing, selection, and specification
• Conduct engineering studies and prepare design packages
• Collaborate with project managers to meet schedule commitments
• Participate in client reviews, including process hazard and operability analyses
• Provide technical support for detailed engineering, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup
• Work with controls specialists to develop DCS narratives and logic diagrams
• nalyze and resolve technical challenges to ensure safety, compliance, and reliability
• Ensure quality checks and accurate documentation of data inputs
• Other duties as assigned

• Strong knowledge of process engineering workflows and project delivery
• Familiarity with biomass conversion, fluidized beds, carbon capture, fuels/methanation synthesis, and related technologies
• Skilled in hydraulic analysis, control valve sizing, flare and relief valve calculations
• bility to work across teams and effectively communicate with clients and stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with sound judgment
• Outgoing, collaborative, and motivated to contribute to team success

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required
• 10+ years of related process engineering experience
• Expertise with AspenTech programs (Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or similar)
• Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar drafting tools preferred
• HAZOP, HAZID, and Project Management training is a plus
• Background in EPC and systems engineering strongly preferred
• Experience with plant operations and process controls is a plus