What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commissioning and Start-up Process/Mechanical Engineer position at Chart Industries?
Job Summary
Chart Industries is seeking an experienced Commissioning and Start-up Process/Mechanical Engineer to join our team in The Woodlands, TX. This role will involve significant travel to commission and start-up projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide Process/Mechanical Engineering support for commissioning advice and start-up oversight to ensure a safe and successful handover of Chart designed facilities.
- Ensure the safe and efficient commissioning and start-up of Chart designed facilities.
- Write operating manuals for Chart designed facilities based on engineering designs.
- Participate in PID review, HAZOPs, and other design reviews as required.
- Provide commissioning, start-up, operations, and maintenance related inputs during design and engineering.
- Perform Cold Box and skidded Equipment walk down activities independently or as part of a team and prepare punch lists.
- Perform P&ID plant walk down activities independently or as part of a team and prepare punch lists.
- Coordinate and lead operator trainings prior to start-up and after commissioning activities as required.
- Provide commissioning advice and guidance to ensure that all systems and equipment are installed and tested according to project specifications and industry standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, and operators, to ensure the successful implementation of start-up plans and procedures.
- Provide start-up oversight to ensure the plant is started up safely and that it meets the performance criteria.
- When not involved in commissioning and start-up activities, perform Process Engineering tasks that include running simulations in HYSYS or Pro/II and generating Process deliverables that include PFD, HMB, Datasheets, PID, Control Narratives, and Cause and Effects.
- Prepare lessons learned reports and provide feedback to the Engineering teams.
Requirements
- BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
- 3 Years of Startup and Commissioning Experience in LNG, Gas Processing Facilities, Air Separation Units, or other Cryogenic Facilities.
- Working knowledge of commissioning, start-up, operations, procedures, and best practices.
- Prior experience in developing and implementing start-up plans, procedures, and checklists.
- Prior experience in writing plant operating manuals.
- Proficiency in equipment evaluations, troubleshooting, and performance testing.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Working experience in using Process Simulation software, such as ASPEN , HYSYS, Unisim, Pro/II, etc.
- Proficient in the use of computer & software tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, etc.
- Some working knowledge of common engineering practices and Industrial codes including ANSI B31.3 piping code, ASME Section VIII pressure vessel code and other related codes and standards of ANSI, ASME, ASTM, CGA, ALPEMA, API, IEC, NACE, NEC and NFPA.
- Teamwork and strong interpersonal skills will be essential in this role.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel will be important aspects of the job.
- Willingness to spend extended periods of time at client plant sites worldwide.
About Chart Industries
Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of cryogenic equipment and solutions. Our mission is to provide full solutions across the Nexus of CleanTM – clean power, clean water, clean food, and clean industrials. We are committed to sustainability and provide solutions for a wide range of applications, including hydrogen, carbon capture, water treatment, and more.
