Description

At Midrex, you will do work that matters alongside people who believe you matter. The work won’t be easy, but it will be worth it. You’ll be part of a great teamwith plenty of autonomyto bring out your best. And you’ll be well compensated and have a best-in-class benefits package. Take a look:

Since 1987, Midrex has been the world leader in direct reduction technology, offering the best proven method for decarbonization in the iron and steel industry available today. Our rapid growth is transforming the steel industry and our planet. And none of it would be possible without our people, who bring vision, compassion, and extraordinary expertise to this work every day. So, if you’re looking to do big work in a small-team environment, Midrex is just the place for you.

Qualifications

The Process Engineer provides process design associated with direct reduction plants as well as other new technology initiatives.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Process Engineers do not have direct supervisory responsibilities. Experienced engineers may have the opportunity to act as process discipline lead providing technical support for various projects and initiatives.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work as a team player with company employees on assignments. Work toward building consensus on assignments by finding solutions which meet the best interests of all parties involved.
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs).
• Develop gas, water, and solids mass and energy balances.
• Develop Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and oversee their issue.
• Develop equipment and line list and oversee their issue.
• Develop duty specifications for equipment.
• Assign process data for control valves and instrumentation.
• Have working knowledge of Midrex in-house software.
• Perform and document process calculations.
• Develop new in-house software calculations when needed.
• Serve as Lead Process Engineer for a project. As required, take direction from project management or other Chief Engineers.
• Review vendor documents and documents from other disciplines.
• Contribute to the preparation of plant operating instructions.
• Review logic diagrams prepared by E&I department.
• For new systems and processes, develop logic diagrams in coordination with E&I department and other disciplines.
• Contribute to the evaluation of existing and new process designs, keeping safety in mind.
• Participate in Process Hazards Analysis (PHA) reviews.
• Participate in client training (phase 1 training).
• Participate in plant start-ups and plant troubleshooting.
• Assist with proposal preparation when needed.
• Travel as needed to carry out departmental tasks and functions, including field assignments.

Skills/Abilities:

Required:

• Proficient computer skills including use of Autodesk and Microsoft products.
• Excellent base of chemical engineering technical skills and knowledge of processes.
• Ability to meet schedule and deliverable deadlines.
• Excellent technical writing and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, sometimes for long continuous periods.

Preferred:

• Experience with chemical process simulators (e.g. Aspen Plus)
• Industrial plant experience and international travel experience.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Entry level totwo (2) years experience in a technical or industrial environment, preferably related to steel industry.

Travel Requirements:

• 10% to 25% International and Domestic based on project demands.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to move around a project site, including climbing structures.

Other Duties:

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

Midrex is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Midrex will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the People and Culturedepartment.