Lead Process Engineer

Job Description

We are an EPC contractor specializing in the installation of power generation and industrial process facilities. We utilize a motivated team of inhouse construction managers, project managers, engineers, and project staff to manage the execution of the engineering, procurement, and construction of various projects. Engineering is executed via subcontract with architect engineering firms specializing in the project industry and market. Our in-house engineering activities serve as preliminary engineering design bases and as critical oversight of the subcontracted engineering firms. This role will be a part of our in-house engineering team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Process Engineer primarily applies principles, knowledge, and practices of process engineering for timely identification, analysis, and resolution of process related issues during project development, FEL engineering, and detailed design stages of projects. The Process Engineer shall be responsible for the direct oversight of the execution of process engineering and design by our engineering subcontractor. Process Engineer shall have extensive knowledge of all codes and standards in the refinery and process industries including API and PIP. Support the Engineering Manager in the areas of subcontractor management, development of project reports, and development of internal project budgets. Process Engineer shall also be capable of developing preliminary engineering documents to support our bid phase and contract development efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Lead the coordination and review of our subcontractors process engineering tasks, identifying design issues, and monitoring progress of all process deliverables and activities and ensure that reports, plans and other deliverables are compliant with all project contract documents and requirements.
• Review engineering contractor's deliverable with a keen eye towards value engineering, constructability and completeness/correctness.
• Review vendor drawing submittals for overall compliance with purchase specifications.
• Work with internal engineering team to oversee the engineering subcontractor's work scope to ensure that the engineering effort is completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Provide technical leadership in coordinating the Process, Process Controls and Process Safety aspects of the overall project.
• Independently coordinate directly with subcontractor's discipline lead engineer to resolve open design points and ensure conformance to project specifications
• Coordinate design review activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements
  • Apply extensive knowledge of API, PIP, and other industry standards in review
• Ensure that reports, plans and other deliverables meet the project requirements. When necessary maintain client provided standards on deliverables
• Participate in Client coordination meetings
• Lead and participate in discipline specific Client design reviews and coordination.
• Actively participate in the hazard review process and other safety evaluations (HAZID, PHA, etc).
• Assist in the preparation of preliminary reports, design criteria documents, drawings (site, facility, and equipment layout), equipment specifications, and other deliverables during our proposal and contract development efforts.
• Performs preliminary engineering calculations (i.e., mass balances, energy balances, conversion calculations) to support early project development and preliminary equipment design
• Travel to subcontractor's office(s) and construction site on a regular basis is expected as needed through project execution.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 10 years of refinery or industrial process facility design engineering experience with a track record of achievement on large complex projects
• Strong technical background in the installation and operation of process equipment and associated subsystems
• Thorough knowledge of refinery and process industry codes and standards (API, PIP, etc)
• Experience as a lead design engineer on multiple large scale process facilities.
• Experience developing equipment specifications and coordinating with equipment suppliers.
• Ability to collaborate with project team members and client entities, demonstrating the leadership capabilities to insure a successful project
• Knowledge of process simulation tools.
  • Ability to run simulation tools (HYSYS or other) is preferred
• AutoCAD proficiency is preferred
• Demonstrated experience working with equipment vendors to provide optimum solutions to equipment design that will meet or exceed client expectations
• Excellent written and oral skills are required
• P.E. license is not required, but preferred

We are an EPC contractor specializing in the installation of power generation and industrial process facilities. We utilize a motivated team of inhouse construction managers, project managers, engineers, and project staff to manage the execution of the engineering, procurement, and construction of various projects. Engineering is executed via subcontract with architect engineering firms specializing in the project industry and market. Our in-house engineering activities serve as preliminary engineering design bases and as critical oversight of the subcontracted engineering firms. This role will be a part of our in-house engineering team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Process Engineer primarily applies principles, knowledge, and practices of process engineering for timely identification, analysis, and resolution of process related issues during project development, FEL engineering, and detailed design stages of projects. The Process Engineer shall be responsible for the direct oversight of the execution of process engineering and design by our engineering subcontractor. Process Engineer shall have extensive knowledge of all codes and standards in the refinery and process industries including API and PIP. Support the Engineering Manager in the areas of subcontractor management, development of project reports, and development of internal project budgets. Process Engineer shall also be capable of developing preliminary engineering documents to support our bid phase and contract development efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Lead the coordination and review of our subcontractors process engineering tasks, identifying design issues, and monitoring progress of all process deliverables and activities and ensure that reports, plans and other deliverables are compliant with all project contract documents and requirements.
• Review engineering contractor's deliverable with a keen eye towards value engineering, constructability and completeness/correctness.
• Review vendor drawing submittals for overall compliance with purchase specifications.
• Work with internal engineering team to oversee the engineering subcontractor's work scope to ensure that the engineering effort is completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Provide technical leadership in coordinating the Process, Process Controls and Process Safety aspects of the overall project.
• Independently coordinate directly with subcontractor's discipline lead engineer to resolve open design points and ensure conformance to project specifications
• Coordinate design review activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements
  • Apply extensive knowledge of API, PIP, and other industry standards in review
• Ensure that reports, plans and other deliverables meet the project requirements. When necessary maintain client provided standards on deliverables
• Participate in Client coordination meetings
• Lead and participate in discipline specific Client design reviews and coordination.
• Actively participate in the hazard review process and other safety evaluations (HAZID, PHA, etc).
• Assist in the preparation of preliminary reports, design criteria documents, drawings (site, facility, and equipment layout), equipment specifications, and other deliverables during our proposal and contract development efforts.
• Performs preliminary engineering calculations (i.e., mass balances, energy balances, conversion calculations) to support early project development and preliminary equipment design
• Travel to subcontractor's office(s) and construction site on a regular basis is expected as needed through project execution.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 10 years of refinery or industrial process facility design engineering experience with a track record of achievement on large complex projects
• Strong technical background in the installation and operation of process equipment and associated subsystems
• Thorough knowledge of refinery and process industry codes and standards (API, PIP, etc)
• Experience as a lead design engineer on multiple large scale process facilities.
• Experience developing equipment specifications and coordinating with equipment suppliers.
• Ability to collaborate with project team members and client entities, demonstrating the leadership capabilities to insure a successful project
• Knowledge of process simulation tools.
  • Ability to run simulation tools (HYSYS or other) is preferred
• AutoCAD proficiency is preferred
• Demonstrated experience working with equipment vendors to provide optimum solutions to equipment design that will meet or exceed client expectations
• Excellent written and oral skills are required
• P.E. license is not required, but preferred

About Petroplan

Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.

Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.

In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.

Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.

About Petroplan

Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.

Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.

In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.

Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.