CycloKinetics (CleanJoule)
Senior Chemical / Process Engineer
Salt Lake City, Utah · Senior
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 17 days ago
Project ManagementMechanical DesignLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft OfficeOSHAAspen HYSYSAspen Plus
About the role
- We are seeking an experienced Senior Chemical / Process Engineer to serve as a key technical leader for continuous process development and implementation.
- This role will focus heavily on distillation systems, hydrogenation processes, continuous flow operations, and translating process intent into real-world industrial systems.
- This individual will serve as a technical authority for process behavior, operating strategy, process safety considerations, and continuous process optimization.
Responsibilities
- Lead process engineering activities for distillation columns and continuous‑flow processes, including hydrogenation
- Develop heat and material balances and operational narratives for new equipment
- Document designs in company standard PFDs and P&IDs
- Collaborate with controls team on control narratives, operating philosophy, and startup/shutdown procedures
- Support mechanical engineering with key inputs to design new equipment and processes
- Support pilot plant activities, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and operational optimization
- Support daily operational processes involving handling, preparation, and management of chemical substances using appropriate PPE
- Operate and maintain equipment used in chemical processing and testing
- Collaborate with other teams to achieve department and company goals
Requirements
- Frequent lifting and moving of items up to fifty (50) pounds*, bending, reaching above shoulder level, climbing stairs, pulling, prolonged standing or sitting may be required.
- Must have safe work habits and perform all duties in accordance with company safety policies.
- Exhibit strong organizational, documentation, communication, and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related field (required)
- 8+ years' experience in continuous chemical processing environments
- Experience in refinery, petrochemical, renewable fuels, SAF, specialty chemicals, or related industries
- Strong experience with distillation systems and continuous‑flow process equipment
- Aspen HYSYS / Aspen Plus proficiency a plus
- Working knowledge of process controls and industrial automation concepts
- Experience supporting plant commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and operational optimization
- Excellent project management, organization, and problem‑solving skills
Skills
- Assist in scaling technologies from pilot to commercial deployment
Compensation
- Benefits: CycloKinetics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package (health, dental, vision, employee and dependent life coverage(s) and accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible sp
Company info
- About CycloKinetics
- CycloKinetics, is advancing the next generation of high-performance propellants for aerospace and defense.
- Our highly innovative technology allows us to harness existing energy from biomass and convert it to superior performance fuels and propellants across aviation, aerospace, and defense applications.
- We are a team of engineers, scientists, and operators driven by performance, innovation, and national security impact focused on building scalable, domestic energy solutions that power the future of propulsion.
- CycloKinetics is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- Personal protective equipment is provided by the company, and its use is mandatory.
- We are excited to work with talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds.
- We're looking for detail-oriented team members who pride themselves on solving problems while bringing positive energy and strong communication skills to the table.
Equal opportunity
- CycloKinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population.
- If this describes you, come join our team today and contribute to the success of our organization!
- All employment decisions at CycloKinetics are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
- EEO Statement: CycloKinetics is an
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