Capital Projects Process Engineer IV

Description

 *Due to being an in-plant position, the below referenced job duties have been provided by the client: 

Basic Function

Working in a team environment, the Capital Projects Process Engineer is responsible for managing/developing and optimizing capital projects, implementing reliability best practices, as well as supporting plant activities as needed.  The position interacts with other engineers, specialists, and technicians at the site, corporate technical networks, peers at other locations, and vendors/suppliers as needed to resolve problems, assist turnarounds, and improve plant reliability and performance. 

Roles & Responsibilities

Responsibilities consist of, but are not limited to:

· Develop and support projects/programs which contribute to the profitability, reliability, environmental and safety integrity of chemical operating plants.

· Evaluate proposed operating unit projects processes scope to improve efficiency, reduce costs, improve product quality reduce risk.

· Evaluate alternate engineering solutions to improve existing plant operation or new future plants and offer a technically sound recommendation for the path forward.

· Support project evaluations and management of change packages providing technology input, PHA evaluations and endorsement.

· Provide process design support for capital projects including Process Design Package preparation during the phases of the project development FEL1 through FEL3.

· Manage the execution phase of the projects

· Work directly with vendors, contractors and project engineering as appropriate to develop scope of work packages and schedules for the service providers in line with the process design packages and phases of the projects. 

· Develops and maintain specifications, philosophies and standards and pass these along to engineering and construction vendors to complete scope of work.

· Works with engineering, design and construction to make sure the project uses sound engineering and construction practices. Must be able to communicate detailed design issues effectively with suppliers, stakeholders, and other engineering disciplines

· Prepare, or assist in the preparation, of the cost estimates and schedules for process design accounts for equipment for bids and proposal work

· Preparation of the technical sections of inquiries and purchase orders, review bids and make recommendations leading to the selection of vendors

· Provides management with progress reports on a weekly basis on assigned projects.

· Execute assigned projects to meet the agreed upon budget and schedule.

· Work on internal processes consistent with corporate standards and policies, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Coach less experienced engineers, as well as provide technical training to others.

· Effectively communicate technical recommendations and achievements both verbally and written.

· Incorporate process safety, environmental soundness and reliable operations principles and standards in projects and tasks.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering required

Work Experience:

· 10 years relevant work experience with world-scale chemical and petrochemical process unit design and/or operations.

· Expertise in the areas of process engineering, manufacturing support or plant operations is preferred.

· Knowledge of the Phased/Gated project development environment is preferred

· Experience executing brownfield plant projects. 

· The successful candidate must exhibit an understanding of business drivers, management of change requirements, reliability processes, and maintenance workflow.

· The successful candidate must have strong commitment to safety, a high level of personal integrity, and dedication to conducting business in an ethical way

Skills:

· Solid understanding of unit operations and process safety management systems.

· Candidates must have excellent leadership, ethics, teamwork, and communication skills with a results-oriented commitment.

· The ability to manage multiple and changing priorities is essential.

· This position requires negotiating skills and the ability to resolve conflict across departmental lines to achieve objectives.

· Ability to prepare and deliver complex technical reports and presentations 

· Ability to summarize conclusions and impacts to be clearly understood for decision makers.

· Ability to prioritize work based on the overall value to the organization.

· Demonstrated expertise with AspenTech process simulation tools is a plus.

· Process design experience supporting capital projects is a plus.

Requirements

ReCon’s Job Description & Requirements: 

Summary of Description: Technical supervision of design and drafting. Design, implementation and enforcement of company standards and policies. Management of personnel.

Duties:

• Prepare man hour budget and review forecast
• Prepare space, manpower & equipment required
• Select staff
• Prepare and evaluate schedule
• Direct work
• Attend/conduct meetings
• Assignment of tasks and employees
• Training & interviewing of personnel
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  

License Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License as per State law or requirement
• Professional Engineer License desired

Specific Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook or similar software.
• Experienced with discipline-specific computer applications (i.e., ETAP, STAAD, CAESAR, etc.).
• Knowledge of regulatory codes and requirements in the related discipline required.
• Knowledge of key aspects of Chemical Engineering

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year. 
• Ability to work in protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
• Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
• Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection. 
• Ability to sit at desk and operate computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear.
• Ability to see with visual acuity and distinguish between colors.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. on a regular basis is required and at times lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required.