Optimized Process Design, LLC is looking to hire a Principal Process Engineer to join a growing business unit.
As the general contractor on some of the largest natural gas and gas liquids processing facilities recently built in the U.S., we're making big things happen at Optimized Process Designs. And you can, too. We're looking for the right people to help us get the job done – the right way, every time because the health and safety of employees, customers, contractors, and the public are always our number one priority.
As part of Koch Engineered Solutions, we're fully prepared to undertake large-scale, global projects, and we're seeking the people to get us there. Explore some of our career fields and open roles to find your fit.
What You Will Do In Your Role
- Provide technical expertise to projects in all phases of work from initial project scope development through construction.
- Independently evaluate /design facilities for downstream and petrochemical projects.
- Mentor engineers to help accelerate their technical advancement.
- Basic & detailed design engineering activities for the assigned project(s) in Petrochemical, Refinery, and Gas Processing Facilities per the client's requirements and specifications.
- Be the technical owner on all process deliverables such as - performing process simulations, design calculations, sizing & selection of equipment, etc.
- Review of client's documents, specifications, datasheets, verification of FEED design & calculations, PFD, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, heat material balance, process line sizing calculations, hydraulic calculations, instrument datasheets including control valves and relief valves, and other process design-related tasks.
- Evaluate vendor quotes and develop equipment bid tabs.
- Participate in developing I/O lists, line lists, cause & effect, control philosophies, shutdown philosophies, and providing necessary engineering inputs to the other disciplines.
- Provide assistance in developing start-up and operating manuals, attend and assist in Process Hazard Analysis meetings for projects, and attend start-ups for plants when requested.
- Promote a positive & healthy working nature among the engineers to ensure optimum productivity & efficiency.
- This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Who are you (Basic Qualifications)
- Experience performing complex simulations in Petrochemical, Refinery, and/or Gas Processing Facilities.
- Working knowledge using process simulator software such as AspenTech HYSYS, UniSim, and/or PROMAX.
- Experience preparing equipment datasheets for heat exchangers, pumps, vessels, compressors, fired heaters, electric heaters, and distillation columns.
- Experience in sizing PSVs and Control valves.
- Experience with process engineering in Petrochemical and Refinery (additional midstream experience is a plus).
- Strong writing, presentation, and inter-discipline/ client relationship skills.
What Will Put You Ahead
- A Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering.
- A professional Engineer license
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Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
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