Job Summary / Overview
The Senior Process Engineer primarily applies principles, knowledge, and practices of process engineering for timely identification, analysis, and resolution of process-related issues to ensure safe, reliable, and cost- efficient plant operations. Utilize current and new industry developments to improve plant performance and reliability, which includes initiating and developing plant improvement modifications/projects. Support the Process Engineering Manager in the areas of project management, development of budgets, and execution of the Manufacturing Policy and Plan. Directly responsible for mentoring the Process Engineering team (may consist of Junior Process Engineer, Process Engineer I/II, or Intern).
Essential Job Functions
· Develop and implement appropriate plant/process monitoring and optimization systems.
· Provide process engineering assistance/support to the Operations Team as required.
· Provide evaluations on assigned and self-initiated tasks (identifying, analyzing, and recommending actions to address abnormal and less efficient plant parameters).
· Participate in and at times lead incident investigation teams for troubleshooting and determining the root cause of plant issues/problems.
· Develop and Mentor the Process Engineering team.
· Review and recommend changes to the plant “cause and effect matrix” to improve plant reliability and protect plant assets.
· Develop plant modifications for projects within all degrees of complexity.
· Understand and comply with the Management of Change (MOC) process.
· Participate in and lead at times the ‘What Ifs’ and HAZOP studies.
· Apply basic project management skills – cost, schedule tracking, etc.
· Be up to date with and apply state-of-the-art developments/technologies applicable to the methanol industry, as required.
· Provide necessary process engineering support to guide the timing of plant shutdowns and turnarounds.
· Provide process engineering expertise on plant shutdown and turnaround activities – planning and execution phases.
· Identify projects, supported with written justification, for inclusion in capital expenditure budgets.
· Work with contractors and outside vendors/suppliers for developing project concepts, quoting, developing scope of work and cost justifications regarding projects.
Education, Experience, and/or Training
· Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering required.
· Minimum of 7 years of experience in Engineering required.
Preferred
Operating plant experience as a process engineer.
Experience working in syn gas/petrochemical/methanol/ ammonia plants.
High pressure steam system header & energy management knowledge.
Understanding of process controls & advanced controls initiative- APC etc.
Exposure to process simulation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
· Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.