Chemical Engineer

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ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a Chemical Engineer to support a manufacturing area at a federal facility site in Indian Head, Maryland. We are looking for a motivated engineer with strong technical expertise and a proven background in manufacturing environments.

This position will be full-time at the federal site in Indian Head, MD, and will include interaction and support from ERG personnel at the federal site, as well as from ERG’s Fairfax and Arlington offices. Indian Head is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA. Flexible work schedules may be considered.

Support and optimize chemical processes within a manufacturing environment

Design, develop, and troubleshoot chemical systems, equipment, and processes

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards

Perform engineering calculations that support process design, equipment configuration, process condition establishment decisions for mass and energy balances, heat transfer calculations, and pump sizing

Prepare, review, and edit technical documentation such as standard operating procedures (SOPs), product technical data packages and specifications, equipment and facility drawings, and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)

Perform engineering, safety, and quality control analyses

Apply computational modeling and simulation tools to analyze process data, improve efficiency, and solve technical challenges

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Chemical Engineering

4 – 8 years of professional experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment; experience with energetics is a plus

Proficiency in using spreadsheets and statistical analysis to compile, analyze, and present data

Strong organizational and planning skills, excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), meticulous attention to detail, highly motivated, and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with limited oversight

Experience with computational modeling, simulation, or process optimization tools is preferred

Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance; Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

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Indian Head, United States

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United States

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Posted: September 18, 2025
First seen: March 26, 2026
Last seen: May 12, 2026

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Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) supports clients in protecting the environment and improving public health through a wide range of consulting services.

Employees

5k+

Founded

1994

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erg.com

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Salary

USD 100000–130000

per year