REPKON USA · 1 day ago
Principal Process Engineer
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expREPKON USA is an engineering firm dedicated to the advancement of novel manufacturing solutions in the commercial, defense, and aerospace industries. The Principal Process Engineer is responsible for overseeing the engineering aspects of complex projects from conception through completion, serving as the senior technical lead and ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
Manufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Serve as the senior technical lead for projects involving energetic materials and propellant production
Develop, review, and approve engineering designs, specifications, and process documentation for manufacturing and facility systems
Support procurement by reviewing technical bids and vendor deliverables
Develop and review detailed engineering designs, specifications, and calculations
Manage risk identification, mitigation, and problem resolution related to engineering issues
Ensuring compliance with industry codes, standards, and company policies
Project Management
Lead and manage projects aimed at improving processes, introducing new technologies, or expanding capabilities related to energetic materials
Participating, leading, and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure project requirements, schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met
Plan, execute, and deliver complex modernization and capital improvement projects on time, within budget, and to specification
Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
Act as the main technical point of contact between project management, clients, and contractors
Collaborating with Program Managers to align engineering efforts with overall project goals
Training and Development:
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical excellence within the team
Training on processes and systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
10+ years of progressive engineering experience, with at least 5 years in process engineering leadership roles within the chemical, explosives, or energetic materials industry
Expert knowledge of process design, optimization, and control
Proficiency with engineering software (AutoCAD, Aspen HYSYS, process simulation tools) and project management and risk management software
Proven track record of managing complex modernization or capital projects in a chemical, defense, or aerospace manufacturing environment
Experience in the design, construction, and commissioning of modern chemical manufacturing facilities to include equipment selection, process control system architecture and functionality verification, Hazard Analyses (i.e. PHA, LOPA, etc.), P&ID development/review, environmental systems, and equipment commissioning activities
In-depth knowledge of PSM, PHA, and other safety protocols
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering or MBA
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Deep knowledge of process design, safety standards, and regulations relevant to explosives and energetic materials (e.g., NFPA 70, 495, DOD 4145.26M, DESR 6055.09, ATF regulations, OSHA PSM 29 CFR 1910.119)
Safety certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or OSHA 30-hour
Company
REPKON USA
REPKON USA Holdings, Inc.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase