Process Engineer

Process Engineer - Treatment & Recovery

Location : Candidate must be based near a major airport. Ideal locations would be Dallas, Houston, or other major metro area centrally located.

Travel : Up to 50% - site-based support is a key part of the role

Position Overview

Liquid Environmental Solutions is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to support field-based process improvement efforts across our Treatment & Recovery (T&R) facilities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in industrial environments, enjoys working with pumps, tanks, valves, and piping systems , and is comfortable analyzing process data, conducting field audits, and leading plant troubleshooting efforts.

Under the direction of the Director of Process Operations & Efficiency , this engineer will be responsible for optimizing system performance, standardizing operations, and driving measurable improvements in treatment quality and cost efficiency.

If you're motivated by real-world engineering, on-site problem solving, and the opportunity to shape operational excellence across a national network-this is your role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support process design, optimization, and troubleshooting for FOG separation systems and industrial wastewater treatment units
• Conduct field audits to evaluate system performance and identify opportunities for improvement, reliability, or cost savings
• Partner closely with operations teams to ensure consistent application of process standards and regulatory compliance
• Recommend and implement best practices, equipment upgrades, and process changes
• Support commissioning and startup of new or upgraded treatment sites
• Collect and analyze operational data (e.g., flow, temperature, pressure, separation efficiency)
• Ensure P&IDs and all process documentation are accurate and up to date across sites
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, compliance, and EH&S to support safe and stable operations
• Provide technical input on T&R capital projects and scope development
• Develop and present written reports summarizing findings, performance evaluations, and improvement recommendations

Preferred Experience & Technical Focus

While not all are required, the following are strongly preferred :

Qualifications

Working Conditions

Why Join LES?

Liquid Environmental Solutions is a national leader in non-hazardous wastewater collection and treatment. As part of our Treatment & Recovery team, you'll play a mission-critical role in optimizing environmental operations that directly impact our customers and communities. We offer competitive compensation, strong leadership support, and the opportunity to make a real difference .

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