Staff Process Design Engineer - Material Handling

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of industrial experience in process design, commissioning, and operations, preferably within powders, chemicals, or advanced materials manufacturing.

with bulk material handling, pneumatic conveying, blending, screening and packaging systems is highly preferred.

• Strong familiarity with regulatory, safety, and environmental compliance requirements, including NFPA, API, ASME, OSHA, and related standards.
• Proficiency in process modeling software such as ASPEN, HYSYS, or equivalent simulation tools.
• Hands-on process design experience including the generation of Heat and Material Balances (HMBs), preliminary equipment sizing, and P&ID development.
• Practical experience with basic control schemes and a functional understanding of advanced control strategies.
• Familiarity with safety-critical instrumentation, pressure relief systems, and operational alarm management.
• Experience navigating risk management protocols, including Management of Change (MOC) and participating in HAZOP studies.
• Proven ability to work independently as a technical contributor while collaborating effectively within a multi-disciplinary project team.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and external design offices to support design reviews, construction, and commissioning activities.
• Demonstrate a conscientious, curious, and deliberate approach to complex problem-solving.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a laptop, copier/printer machine, etc.
• Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a hard hat, lab coat or coveralls, gloves, safety glasses, and safety shoes
• Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection on a periodic basis
• Move long distances and occasionally kneel or bend
• Up to 50% travel for work at new production site during construction, commissioning and startup
• Up to 10% travel during other time periods

The starting base pay for this role is between $151,000 and $191,000 at the time of posting.

The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills.

Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, and equity.

The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. #LI-MY1 #LI-Onsite

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