Senior Process Engineer

Job Title:

Process Engineer - Group Manager

This role focuses on designing, commissioning, and optimizing chemical and energetic material processes in a hands-on pilot plant and production environment. You will develop P&IDs, define equipment specs, support process controls, and lead pilot plant and facility commissioning efforts. The position emphasizes safety in hazardous and flammable environments and requires close collaboration with automation teams and ~50% travel to a Texas facility.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and maintain P&IDs and process documentation

* Define equipment specifications for reactors, piping, and process systems

* Support process control strategies with automation engineers

* Lead pilot plant commissioning and test production runs

* Ensure safety compliance for hazardous and flammable processes

* Support facility design and commissioning for energetic materials

* Provide on-site support in Texas

* Collaborate cross-functionally and mentor junior engineers

Required Qualifications

* Leading and management of a group of individuals further divided into teams specific to their function (Synthetic/Analytical Chemistry, Material Processing & Formulation, Process Design & Engineering)

* Process engineering experience in chemical, oil & gas, or similar hazardous environments

* Strong P&, plant design, and commissioning experience

* Hands-on pilot plant and test run experience

* Knowledge of process controls and safety standards

* Chemical or Oil & Gas engineering background (PE preferred)

* Willingness to travel ~50%

Nice to Have

* Aspen Plus or similar tools

* Experience with energetic materials or explosives

* Direct plant troubleshooting and optimization experience

Work Environment On-site in Littleton, CO with ~50% travel to Texas. Fast-paced, hands-on role working with hazardous materials. Strong collaboration across engineering and operations teams, with solid benefits and flexible scheduling options.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

401k Match 100% health insurance paid + premium for dependents Extended Flex Time Potential Hybrid flexibility 9/80 or 4/10 schedule

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2026.

About Actalent

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