POSITION SPECIFICATION
Position: Process Engineer II
Department: Industrial, Process & Agribusiness (IPA)
Reporting Relationship: Senior Project Manager, IPA
COMPANY BACKGROUND
KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.
Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.
POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Process Engineer - Level II plays a key role in the successful execution of projects by providing strong technical expertise and delivering highquality engineering solutions to our customers. This individual ensures a high level of customer satisfaction through clear communication and effective coordination with both internal and external stakeholders. The Process Engineer II will contribute to a collaborative and dynamic team environment by actively leading technical discussions, managing productive meetings, and demonstrating the ability to evaluate multiple ideas or design alternatives and synthesize them into clear recommendations.
This role requires strong attention to detail, agility in adapting to changing project needs, and consistent engagement throughout all phases of project execution. Responsibilities may include time on customer sites to support application of engineering work, verify field conditions, and identify opportunities for process improvement, while also contributing to process documentation and operational best practices.
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Prepares and oversees the development of engineering documents, equipment specifications, and technical deliverables to ensure alignment with project scope, industry codes, and customer expectations.
- Performs engineering calculations, mass & energy balance.
- Conducts process safety analysis, including relief valve calculations and relief system design under the supervision of senior engineers.
- Conducts hydraulic analysis of complex systems.
- Develops control schematics for integrated processes.
- Supports the integration of complex vendor processes into overall plant design.
- Assists in equipment procurement including detailed technical review of vendor proposals, bid tabulation generation, and providing final recommendations for vendor selection.
- Assists in developing project cost estimates, under senior engineer or project manager supervision.
- Develops and supports the creation of PFDs, P&IDs, control schematics, and other process documentation; ensures integration of vendor processes into overall plant design.
- Conducts field investigations to verify existing conditions, assess equipment layouts, and identify opportunities for process improvements and tieins.
- Supports estimating efforts and contributes to the development of project scopes, schedules, and budgets; helps ensure work is delivered on time and within defined parameters.
- Participates in constructionphase support, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and visiting job sites to verify installation quality and provide clarification to contractors.
- Assists the project team with system checkout, commissioning activities, and startup support to ensure successful operational performance.
- Provides crossdisciplinary technical support throughout the organization and models collaborative, proactive communication within project teams.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Bachelors' degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in process engineering within industrial, chemical, biochemical, agribusiness, or manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated strong proficiency in process and utilities system design in their core discipline.
- Effective meeting management skills.
- Expert knowledge of technology and the application of technology in business.
- Proven ability to build strong client relationships and establish credibility with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Ability to effectively present complex information to diverse audiences, synthesize ideas into actionable recommendations, and positively influence outcomes.
- Strong planning, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Travel: May include up to 25% domestic travel
Preferred
- Proficient in process simulation software (ChemCAD) and systems hydraulic software (AFT Fathom, AFT Arrow).
- Experience in chemical processing, fermentation-based processes, biofuels, biochemical, or agribusiness facilities.
- Experience serving as a technical lead on engineering projects.
- Familiarity with instrumentation, controls, and plant automation systems.
- Willingness to pursue Professional Engineering (PE) certification.
Working Conditions
- Some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment.
CORE BEHAVIORS
Accountable
- Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
- Acts with a sense of urgency.
- Takes responsibility for own actions.
Business Focus
- Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
- Works well under pressure.
- Meets commitments to internal/external customers.
Project Execution
- Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
- Balances Speed and Quality.
- Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
Demonstrates Respect for Others
- Keeps others adequately informed.
- Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
- Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.
Team Player
- Balances team and individual responsibilities.
- Shares expertise with others.
- Inspires respect and trust.
Benefits:
At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:
- Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
- Virtual health services
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) plan
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Company Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Bereavement Leave
- Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage
Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans and Disabilities
KFI Engineers
vision insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
Aug 13, 2026