- January 11, 2023
- Engineering, Greater Los Angeles Area, CA, Process Engineer
Process Engineer
Responsibilities:
Optimize process designs from conceptual development (pre-FEED and FEED) through detailed design including equipment startups.
Assist business and project teams in developing technical solutions, scope definition, capital estimates, and sales presentations for new and existing plants.
Lead the development of process flow diagrams and piping and instrument diagrams.
Perform process simulations and develop process flow diagrams with heat and material balance tables.
Lead the development of piping and instrument diagrams including how process controls will be designed.
Prepare equipment process data sheets, perform relief valve system analysis, pressure drop calculations, heat loss calculations and materials of construction evaluation/recommendation.
Participate in design reviews and process hazards analysis.
Support commissioning, performance testing, and troubleshooting (including some onsite support).
Identify opportunities for improving existing process while meeting client specifications.
Constantly update technical skills and thoroughly research the new technology of the industry by frequent communication with suppliers/trade publications and shared technical research knowledge with peers and supervisory personnel.
Education / Experience / Qualifications:
Degree in Chemical Engineering with process design and/or plant engineering experience. Experience in the field of natural gas processing (LNG, re-gas, RNG from digester or landfill) and syngas is beneficial.
5 to 10 years of experience is preferred but open to level of experience.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks from multiple sources.
Ability to use process simulation packages, such as HYSYS or ASPEN Tech software.
Demonstrated ability to learn PC programs.
Compensation Range: $50 – $75/hr