We are working with an LNG client based in Downtown Houston, TX who need a Senior Process Engineer to support the long-term operations of their LNG project in South Texas. The position plays a key role in monitoring the activities of the EPC contractor in the execution of multiple projects ensuring that a complete and safe process scope is generated, that the process design deliverables are suitable, and that the commissioning and startup plans are completed and executed safely and efficiently.
INDUSTRY: Oil & Energy / LNG
LOCATION: Based in Houston, TX during Engineering & Construction phase
SECONDARY LOCATION: Will then require mobilization to the South Texas worksite during the Commissioning & Start-up phase
WORKPLACE: On-site (Remote work is not an option, must report to the office)
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week
WORK TYPE: W2 Contract-to-Hire
START DATE: January 2024
BENEFITS: Medical / Dental / Vision / 401(K)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Key member of the process engineering team which leads the interface across all engineering disciplines to ensure the design intent of the process and supporting utilities are met.
- QA/QC review of all applicable calculations by EPC contractor, and provide comments and guidance as appropriate.
- Validate the content of drawings and specifications from EPC contractors to ensure that they meet the Scope of Work and Basis of Design
- Write new Owner process equipment and piping specifications, and develop new details, as required for the project.
- Analyze process systems and develop methods for de-bottlenecking.
- Prepare documents (P&IDs, PFDs) for Hazards Analysis and lead HAZOPs and other safety reviews.
- Generate control philosophies and sequence of operations for processes.
- Review Designer’s quality on RFI answers and submittal review
- Write studies and reports for process systems on projects.
- Perform economic evaluations for processes.
- Perform front-end loading of process systems.
- Review and monitor process design and engineering of LNG liquefaction plant
- Coordinate process technology licensor activities
- Provide timely review of Contractor process engineering deliverables
- Supports risk management activities such as LOPA and HAZOP
- Provide support to operations readiness, commissioning, and start-up activities• Resolve process engineering issues with EPC contractors, consultants, operations, maintenance and others including responses to FERC
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum experience requirements:
- Technical professional with wide exposure to diverse technical environments
- Experience in leading and motivating technical staff with proven ability to guide, mentor, and inspire others
- Demonstrated experience with the Air Products & Chemicals, Inc. (APCI) Propane Pre-cooled Mixed Refrigerant Process (C3MR)
- Substantial experience with acid gas removal systems, molecular sieve dehydration, mercury removal beds, hydrocarbon fractionation, and refrigerant systems.
- Significant experience with LNG facility storage and loading systems.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Proven ability to solve longer-term abstract and/or complex problems, with the ability to provide oversight and guidance to team members
- Substantial background in developing steady state (equilibrium) process simulations and associated heat and material balances
- Substantial experience with process equipment selection, sizing, and internal design
- Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) and Management of Change (MOC) processes
- Experience with Hazard Identification studies (HAZIDs), Process Hazards Analyses (PHAs), and Hazard and Operability studies (HAZOPs)
- Knowledge and experience with LNG facility applicable industry standards, regulatory codes, and recommended practices
- Proven experience with managing interfaces and working closely with Project and Operations teams during FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning, startup, and post-startup operations
- Demonstrated experience with identifying and managing critical success factors and risks
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and environmental guidelines and experience leading by example and working within intercompany HSSE standards
- Proven record in the application of intercompany and external audits and functional assurance processes
Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
- Min 5 yrs. experience with LNG liquefaction design and engineering activities
- 15 years of experience in the Gas / LNG industry in project development and execution
- Experience with “warm end” treatment facilities and technologies
- Familiar with APCI Liquefaction technology
Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Has a thorough understanding of the APCI liquefaction process.
- Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
- Experience with process simulation required with demonstrated real-world model validation and application
- Deep understanding and knowledge of process chemistry and engineering
- Broad-based knowledge and experience in chemical process and unit operations
- Mentoring experience on technical topics
- Understanding of chemical process control and safety system design, including Safety Case
- Strong computational and data analysis skills
- Strong IT skills with process modeling and process simulation software
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Rapid problem solving together with the ability to multitask
- Knowledge of applicable process specifications and requirements
Required education & certifications:
- B.S. or higher in Chemical Engineering
Preferred education & certifications:
- Professional Engineer, TX