Process Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

The Process Engineer will provide technical support for the entire BKRF biorefinery from construction, through startup to daily operations. This position is responsible for daily monitoring and troubleshooting, process optimization, and design and development of capital projects as well as major modifications to existing units.

Essential Functions :

Oversee day-to-day operations and optimization to ensure commercial and logistical requirements are met

Check the catalyst life and health to determine if the feedstock is causing any issues

Identify opportunities for improvement (proactively and reactively)

Study and redline P&ID’S, schematics, manuals, and other information to review and input into installation, operational and maintenance procedures

Participate in alarm rationalization (AOA)

Inspect field equipment installation according to the design and fabricator’s specifications

Inspect vessel internals for proper installation and tolerances of components

Monitor and approve catalyst loading in reactors, SMR, etc.

Work with engineering personnel to troubleshoot process upsets in system operation and provide feedback on RCA (root cause analysis) reports

Work with vendors, licensor, and contractors to support successful startup of the biorefinery

Validate project deliverables and process Minimum Acceptance Criteria (MAC) for the design

Support biorefinery startup with alternative work schedules and / or night shifts to ensure the project is / stays on schedule

Provide operational technical support during test runs, commissioning, startups and shutdowns

Monitor daily process by communicating performance, optimization opportunities, and environmental performance. Daily interaction and communication with Board Operators.

Assist troubleshooting efforts with upsets, product quality incidents, meeting production plans, etc.

Provide after-hours support when appropriate – emergency call out

Utilize Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as part of routine reporting (WABT curve, fouling, chemical and catalyst budgets, yields, etc.)

Manage catalyst performance and coordinate catalyst change timing

Develop justification and work scope for T / A and routine maintenance – specifically catalyst changeout, exchanger cleaning, furnace pigging, etc.

Publish recommendation memos and turnaround reports

Support T / A with potential extended work schedules and / or night shifts as appropriate

Support / review operations procedures for start-up and shutdown

Review and approve vendor chemical programs

Small to medium capital project process engineering support

Understand controls logic and any Advanced Process Controls (APC)

Lead and participate in the MOC process and participate in hazard reviews (What-Ifs, HAZOPs), support Process Safety Information (PSI) and troubleshooting

Support unit operation within environmental limits

Perform environmental calculations (leaks, maximum intended inventory, etc.)

Lead investigations for process related events

Maintain current work lists with priorities

Perform other tasks as assigned

Required Skills / Abilities :

Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful

Proven ability to provide process engineering support for large complex industrial projects

Familiarity with applicable health and safety regulations

Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Proficient with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Oversee daily work priorities of contract process engineering support at biorefinery

Education and Experience :

BS Engineering degree, preferably in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, required

MS and / or PhD Engineering degree, preferably in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, preferred

10 years of process engineering operations experience in petrochemical, refining, or heavy industrial sectors operations working on the owner side required

Experience with renewable diesel production, hydroprocessing, hydrogen production, and gas plant equipment and ancillary support systems preferred

Experience in commissioning and startup preferred

Physical Requirements :

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Prolonged periods of standing and walking

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods of time

Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and / or transferring equipment and materials

Ability to work in confined spaces and wear self-contained breathing apparatus

Must be able to climb ladders and or stairs on tanks, vessels and structures; wear respirator; work around equipment containing high pressures and temperatures and various chemicals

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Global Clean Energy Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.