Chemical Process Engineer Jobs in Texas
Chemical Process Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in petrochemical refining, specialty chemicals, oil and gas processing, and advanced materials manufacturing, with openings at every level from entry-level process engineers through senior and principal roles. Houston, Beaumont, and Corpus Christi lead hiring, anchored by major employers like Dow, LyondellBasell, and ExxonMobil that maintain large Texas operations across multiple facilities. The most in-demand specialties right now are process optimization, distillation and separation systems, and safety and process hazard analysis. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description The Process Technology Manager will be responsible for leading early process studies, technology evaluations and overall project development initiatives through application of experience in process design and technology implementation. The Process Technology Manager will be responsible for managing and coordinating the technical process activities associated with assigned projects, technologies and/or clients
What you will do
- Manage the technical direction, work assignments, and mentoring to other engineers as assigned to support the process engineering efforts of major process facility projects.
- Manage client and team relationships on multiple assigned projects to help ensure that the process design basis is technically sound and meets the client project objectives. Provide technical oversite of assigned projects from early Front End Planning (FEP) through detail design and construction.
- Plan, organize and direct the execution of feasiblity studies, technology evaluations, and conceptual designs as required to support client projects or initiatives.
- Actively maintain current knowledge and understanding of market trends, and technologies. Provide periodic updates to division management in support of strategic initiatives, as well as marketing and sales efforts.
- Establish and maintain relationships with prospective and existing clients.
- Identify opportunities and support business development efforts to prepare submittals, proposals, presentations, contract negotiations, and related activities.
- Provide technical leadership and representation of the company through active participation in conferences and technical seminars, including activities such as writing papers, delivering presentations and/or supporting conference marketing initiatives and events.
- Coach and mentor sales pursuits and proposal development teams.
- Mentor project staff by providing guidance, instructions and expert level technical advice.
- Manage and support the quality review process for assigned projects, including the feasibility or soundness of proposed plans.
- Manage work activities of technical personnel in the production of process engineering deliverables
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field from an accredited program.
- Minimum 13 years related experience in design engineering or consulting required.
- Previous Engineering & Construction (E&C) experience is preferred.
- Experience leading Front End Planning, detailed design and construction on process facility projects preferred.
- Advanced degree and/or professional designations (Professional Engineer license) are desirable.
- Expert knowledge of refining industry design concepts and best practices, including fractionation, hydroprocessing, and conversion processes.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
- Working knowledge of refining economics and linear programming is preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in the use of process technical tools and software including process simulators and equipment rating programs.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Chemical Engineering
Primary Location US-TX-Houston
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 264751
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EF #OGC
Description The Process Technology Manager will be responsible for leading early process studies, technology evaluations and overall project development initiatives through application of experience in process design and technology implementation. The Process Technology Manager will be responsible for managing and coordinating the technical process activities associated with assigned projects, technologies and/or clients
What you will do
- Manage the technical direction, work assignments, and mentoring to other engineers as assigned to support the process engineering efforts of major process facility projects.
- Manage client and team relationships on multiple assigned projects to help ensure that the process design basis is technically sound and meets the client project objectives. Provide technical oversite of assigned projects from early Front End Planning (FEP) through detail design and construction.
- Plan, organize and direct the execution of feasiblity studies, technology evaluations, and conceptual designs as required to support client projects or initiatives.
- Actively maintain current knowledge and understanding of market trends, and technologies. Provide periodic updates to division management in support of strategic initiatives, as well as marketing and sales efforts.
- Establish and maintain relationships with prospective and existing clients.
- Identify opportunities and support business development efforts to prepare submittals, proposals, presentations, contract negotiations, and related activities.
- Provide technical leadership and representation of the company through active participation in conferences and technical seminars, including activities such as writing papers, delivering presentations and/or supporting conference marketing initiatives and events.
- Coach and mentor sales pursuits and proposal development teams.
- Mentor project staff by providing guidance, instructions and expert level technical advice.
- Manage and support the quality review process for assigned projects, including the feasibility or soundness of proposed plans.
- Manage work activities of technical personnel in the production of process engineering deliverables
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field from an accredited program.
- Minimum 13 years related experience in design engineering or consulting required.
- Previous Engineering & Construction (E&C) experience is preferred.
- Experience leading Front End Planning, detailed design and construction on process facility projects preferred.
- Advanced degree and/or professional designations (Professional Engineer license) are desirable.
- Expert knowledge of refining industry design concepts and best practices, including fractionation, hydroprocessing, and conversion processes.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
- Working knowledge of refining economics and linear programming is preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in the use of process technical tools and software including process simulators and equipment rating programs.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Chemical Engineering
Primary Location US-TX-Houston
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 264751
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EF #OGC
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- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
- Professional Engineer license from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors preferred or required for senior roles
- Experience with process simulation software such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS
- Knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management regulations and Texas environmental compliance
- Familiarity with refinery or chemical plant operations and process hazard analysis methodologies
- Strong skills in technical documentation, P&ID interpretation, and cross-functional project coordination
Chemical Process Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a chemical process engineer in Texas?
You need at least a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Texas does not require a license to work as a process engineer in an industrial role, but earning a Professional Engineer license through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors strengthens your candidacy for senior and lead positions. Most Texas employers in refining and petrochemicals also value relevant internship or co-op experience completed before graduation.
How much do chemical process engineers make in Texas?
Chemical process engineers in Texas earn a median of about $132,750 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $86,920 for the lowest 10% to over $210,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire chemical process engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring chemical process engineers in Texas right now include Tesla, SpaceX, and Schneller, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of refining capacity and specialty chemical manufacturing along the Gulf Coast makes it one of the deepest markets in the country for this role.
Which Texas cities have the most chemical process engineer jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Texas have the most chemical process engineer openings in Texas. Houston and the surrounding Gulf Coast corridor drive the bulk of demand because of the region's dense concentration of petroleum refineries, ethylene crackers, and petrochemical complexes, while Corpus Christi contributes refining and LNG export facility roles and Beaumont supports several large integrated refinery and chemical plant campuses.
Are there remote chemical process engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Chemical process engineering is fundamentally a hands-on, plant-floor role, so most positions require on-site presence for operations support, process hazard analysis, and equipment oversight. About 0% of chemical process engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those that do allow off-site work tend to be in process modeling, technical sales support, or corporate engineering functions rather than active plant operations.
How can I get hired as a chemical process engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to rotational engineering programs or new-graduate process engineer roles at large Gulf Coast employers like Dow, Chevron Phillips Chemical, or LyondellBasell, which run structured programs designed for candidates without professional experience. Targeting titles like junior process engineer, process engineering associate, or process technologist also opens the door. Completing an ABET-accredited co-op or internship at a Texas refinery or chemical plant before graduation, and passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to begin your PE licensure path, gives you a measurable edge over other entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to chemical process engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to chemical process engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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