Chemical Process Engineer - Montreal, QC
Job Description
Catch Recruitment is partnering with a major client in the green energy sector to hire a Chemical Process Engineer for a landmark infrastructure project in Quebec. This is a full-time opportunity to play a critical role in the early development and execution of a large-scale industrial initiative focused on sustainability and innovation.
Working closely with the Project Director, external engineering consultants, government stakeholders, and cross-functional project teams, the Process Engineer will provide technical leadership throughout the lifecycle of the project—from early-stage design to commissioning.
Responsibilities:
Lead process engineering efforts during FEED, detailed engineering, and execution phases.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure process designs align with project goals and technical standards.
Design, configure, and optimize industrial processes for high-efficiency and performance.
Review and validate process design deliverables from external engineering firms.
Act as a subject matter expert, providing input on process modeling, controls, and plant design.
Participate in technical reviews, HAZOPs, and startup planning.
Support commissioning and startup efforts with hands-on engineering input.
Ensure alignment between process design and operational, business, and environmental goals.
Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and optimization techniques, particularly within green energy applications.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Process or Chemical Engineering.
10+ years of experience in process engineering within oil & gas, refining, or related industrial sectors.
P.Eng. designation and registration (or eligibility) with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
Familiarity with equipment and processes used in green hydrogen or ammonia production is a strong asset.
Proficiency with process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD, or similar).
Basic understanding of instrumentation and process control systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Clear and professional communication skills, including stakeholder interaction.
French language skills (verbal and written) are considered an asset.
Please submit all resumes to Droste@catchrecruitment.com