Process Engineer - Operations & Maintenance

Process Engineer – Operations & Maintenance

Location : Onsite – Plano, TX

Employment Type : Full-Time

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer to support operations and maintenance activities for advanced ultra-pure water (UPW) systems . This role provides hands-on technical expertise across process optimization, system design, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the highest standards of water quality, reliability, and operational efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven engineer who is passionate about innovation and excited to contribute to.

Key Responsibilities

Process Optimization : Analyze, evaluate, and improve ultra-pure water processes to enhance efficiency, reliability, and compliance with quality standards

Technical Troubleshooting : Provide advanced process-level support, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions

Documentation & Compliance : Develop, maintain, and update process documentation, SOPs, and technical specifications

Process Design : Create and maintain process specifications, P&IDs, mass balances, sequences of operation, and functional logic for water treatment systems

Project Support : Collaborate with automation, commissioning, innovation, sales, and procurement teams on system upgrades, modifications, and new technology implementations

Training & Knowledge Sharing : Support O&M engineers and technicians through process training, documentation, and best-practice guidance

Safety Compliance : Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures, standards, and regulations

Additional Duties : Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support operational objectives

Required Qualifications

Proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Solid understanding of industrial process systems, preferably within water or wastewater treatment environments

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution

Up to three (3) years of related professional experience , or an equivalent combination of education and relevant technical experience

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel on a case-by-case basis to support projects, troubleshooting, training, or other operational needs at additional site

What We Offer

In addition to joining a collaborative and growth-focused organization, this role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including :

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability

11 paid holidays

Three (3) weeks of PTO to start (prorated based on hire date)

Ability to roll over up to 40 PTO hours annually

16 personal hours annually (prorated based on hire date)

Paid time off between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day (not deducted from PTO)

Profit sharing program

Strong emphasis on career development, growth, and advancement