Remote Principal Process Engineer Jobs
Remote Principal Process Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like chemicals, pharmaceuticals, energy, and advanced manufacturing, where distributed engineering teams handle process design, optimization, and scale-up without requiring on-site presence every day. Companies hiring remotely right now include FormFactor, NVIDIA, and Parsons. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description:
Principal Process Engineer – Wastewater Systems - Los Angeles, CA
OPPORTUNITY :
The Wastewater Principal Process Engineer provides technical leadership and project management accountability for process engineering in the delivery of capital projects and engineering services for wastewater treatment facilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The qualified candidate will work effectively on water and wastewater engineering capital project teams, as well as other project related cross-functional teams with representatives from divisions throughout the organization.
- Primary responsibility will be providing process engineering services on client with projects mainly in Southern California but may involve travel to other parts of the State as well.
- Primary responsibility will be providing process engineering services on client with projects in mainly in Southern California but may involve travel to other parts of California as well
- Experience in the planning and execution of projects: including project approach and resource needs, options analysis, process and equipment design, engineering document development, and system ownership through the project delivery phases of plan, design, procure, construct, and commissioning
- Areas of expertise could include process experience for complex capital projects within the water and wastewater treatment, and water reuse, area including conventional wastewater treatment processes, membrane bioreactors (MBR), reverse osmosis desalination and brackish water treatment, UV, Ozone and other advanced water and wastewater treatment processes.
- The senior project/process engineer is expected to be an effective communicator of ideas, project goals and results. With minimal supervision, is expected to make presentations and updates to senior management and in broader forums both internal and external to Parsons.
- Contributions are integral to the success of projects and the achievement of both technical and organizational objectives. Strong technical leadership, collaboration, and sound business value based prioritization and problem solving skills.
- Travel may be required to meet business needs.
The successful candidate will also provide additional design expertise for conventional and advanced wastewater treatment systems, including membrane, biosolids, odor control, pumping, blower and various systems.
REQUIREMENTS:
- B.S. in Civil /Environmental or Chemical / Engineering or a related Degree with 7 + years or more in the water and wastewater industry of which involved process design, process performance analysis, or process engineering services for projects.
- Experience with municipal wastewater systems is essential
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration is desirable, but not required
- Potential to perform in a lead capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a familiarity with state-of-the art industry practices and regulations.
- Must also possess a solid knowledge of process technology
Security Clearance Requirement:
None This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next! Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.
Job Description:
Principal Process Engineer – Wastewater Systems - Los Angeles, CA
OPPORTUNITY :
The Wastewater Principal Process Engineer provides technical leadership and project management accountability for process engineering in the delivery of capital projects and engineering services for wastewater treatment facilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The qualified candidate will work effectively on water and wastewater engineering capital project teams, as well as other project related cross-functional teams with representatives from divisions throughout the organization.
- Primary responsibility will be providing process engineering services on client with projects mainly in Southern California but may involve travel to other parts of the State as well.
- Primary responsibility will be providing process engineering services on client with projects in mainly in Southern California but may involve travel to other parts of California as well
- Experience in the planning and execution of projects: including project approach and resource needs, options analysis, process and equipment design, engineering document development, and system ownership through the project delivery phases of plan, design, procure, construct, and commissioning
- Areas of expertise could include process experience for complex capital projects within the water and wastewater treatment, and water reuse, area including conventional wastewater treatment processes, membrane bioreactors (MBR), reverse osmosis desalination and brackish water treatment, UV, Ozone and other advanced water and wastewater treatment processes.
- The senior project/process engineer is expected to be an effective communicator of ideas, project goals and results. With minimal supervision, is expected to make presentations and updates to senior management and in broader forums both internal and external to Parsons.
- Contributions are integral to the success of projects and the achievement of both technical and organizational objectives. Strong technical leadership, collaboration, and sound business value based prioritization and problem solving skills.
- Travel may be required to meet business needs.
The successful candidate will also provide additional design expertise for conventional and advanced wastewater treatment systems, including membrane, biosolids, odor control, pumping, blower and various systems.
REQUIREMENTS:
- B.S. in Civil /Environmental or Chemical / Engineering or a related Degree with 7 + years or more in the water and wastewater industry of which involved process design, process performance analysis, or process engineering services for projects.
- Experience with municipal wastewater systems is essential
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration is desirable, but not required
- Potential to perform in a lead capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a familiarity with state-of-the art industry practices and regulations.
- Must also possess a solid knowledge of process technology
Security Clearance Requirement:
None This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next! Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote principal process engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering
- 10 or more years of hands-on process engineering experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with process simulation software such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS
- Demonstrated experience leading process hazard analyses and HAZOP reviews
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, or equivalent continuous improvement credential
- Experience authoring and approving process safety documentation including P&IDs and PFDs
Tips for Your Remote Principal Process Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote principal process engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show your remote project documentation
Remote employers want proof you can deliver complex process engineering work without in-person oversight. Bring specific examples of process design packages, simulation outputs, or scale-up reports you completed on distributed teams, and name the tools you used.
Lead remote interviews with async strengths
Remote principal process engineer hiring managers test how you communicate complex technical decisions in writing. Practice explaining a process optimization decision or a root cause analysis clearly in a short written format before your interview, since remote teams rely on written handoffs daily.
Signal fluency in remote engineering tools
Highlight your command of process simulation software like Aspen, HYSYS, or ProMax alongside collaboration platforms your distributed team would use. Remote employers in chemicals, pharma, and energy specifically look for engineers who can run models and share results without needing co-located lab access.
Remote Principal Process Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote principal process engineer job?
Target companies that have already built distributed engineering teams, particularly in pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, energy transition, and process-heavy software and simulation firms. Remote employers screen for strong asynchronous communication, the ability to manage complex projects independently, and proficiency with process simulation tools and digital collaboration platforms. Candidates who can show documented remote project outcomes and clear written technical communication have a real edge.
Which companies hire remote principal process engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote principal process engineers include FormFactor, NVIDIA, and Parsons, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first and hybrid-distributed firms in energy, life sciences, chemicals, and engineering consulting are the most consistent sources of these openings.
Can you get a remote principal process engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote principal-level roles are competitive precisely because companies expect you to operate independently from day one, which makes prior experience a strong expectation. Entry paths include remote junior process or chemical engineer roles at distributed firms, where you build the independent work habits remote employers value. Demonstrating completed simulation projects, process design samples, or contributions to documented engineering deliverables can help close the experience gap.
Do you need a degree for remote principal process engineer jobs?
Usually, yes. Most remote employers posting principal process engineer roles expect a bachelor's degree in chemical, process, or a related engineering discipline, and many senior roles prefer a master's or equivalent applied experience. That said, candidates with deep hands-on process design and optimization results, demonstrated through a strong project portfolio and measurable outcomes, can compete even where their academic path is less conventional.
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