Energy Compliance Services - Senior Associate Chemical Engineer

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Position Profile

Weaver is seeking talented professionals to join our growing Energy Compliance Services (ECS) team. Weaver’s ECS practice is dedicated to helping businesses navigate compliance with evolving regulations, including regulations governed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and California Air Resources Board, as well as other various states and provinces. Many of the environmental programs we focus on within our ECS practice are rooted in managing the human impact on the environment, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing sustainability. We have substantial expertise and experience with transportation fuel regulations, including petroleum-based fuels as well as renewable fuels.

The Senior Associate Chemical Engineer will be responsible for leading assurance and consulting engagements that generally relate to regulatory compliance. Day-to-day work will include assisting with and supervising engineering reviews, conducting on-site inspections of renewable fuel production facilities, and performing mass and energy balance calculations. They will also prepare client-ready deliverables and provide clients with regular status updates for ongoing projects. They will work closely with leadership in a physical office setting (Houston, Austin, or San Diego) in order to execute plans effectively. 

This is an opportunity that will require up to 15% travel to clients in the U.S.

To be successful in this role, the following qualifications are required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from an EAC/ABET accredited University


• 2+ years of experience in the chemical engineering field, with a solid background in project management, consulting, regulatory compliance, and/or client relations


• Currently holds EIT license


• Experience performing mass and energy balance calculations


• Experience interpreting and preparing block flow diagrams (BFDs), process flow diagrams (PFDs), and process descriptions


• Demonstrates independent thinking and strong decision-making skills


• Excellent writing and presentation skills


• Adjusts style of working to collaborate effectively with others who have a different perspective or style


• Outstanding time management skills, maintaining multiple lines of communication and responding promptly to requests

Additionally, the following qualifications are preferred:

• Plans to pursue the Professional Engineer (PE) license. If not working towards the PE license, then currently holds or working towards PMP certification


• Exposure to oil and gas industry, or experience in energy compliance and fuels regulations


• Extensive understanding of refining and renewable fuel production processes


• Participate in professional and/or civic organization events on a regular basis

Weaver Benefits At Weaver, our most valuable resource is our people. We take the time to evaluate our employees’ wants and needs and invest our resources accordingly. Weaver goes beyond offering competitive health benefits, such as medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Learn more here – Weaver benefits. This role includes 20 days of PTO, 11 holidays, and 4 scheduled recharge days!

We also offer in-house CPE and learning opportunities through our internal L&D department. Our multi-faceted internal learning program including technical improvement, practice development, management/leadership training, and whole-life growth. Our goal is to balance both high development with high performance to meet the long-term goals of each individual, team, and our firm.

People are our formula! At Weaver, we recognize that everyone brings different strengths, backgrounds, and working styles to our team. We cultivate a safe and inclusive work environment that celebrates each individual’s unique qualities through visibility, progression, advocacy, and support. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer.

What’s next? Interested applicants should apply directly to the job posting. You may apply to multiple roles. Be sure to upload your most recent resume and ensure that it is attached to your application. By registering, you are only activating an account and creating a presence. Please apply directly to a position of interest. You will receive a confirmation email after completing an application for a role. After reviewing your application, a friendly Weaver Recruiter will contact you soon and walk you through the hiring process. Thank you for exploring a career with us. We look forward to meeting you!  

Currently, we are not accepting resume submissions from third-party staffing agencies for this role. This role is Employee Referral Program eligible.