Sr Process Engineer

Sr Process Engineer Houston, TX, US {0} days ago Requisition ID: 1017 SUMMARY Lead technical design on MT process technologies in the areas of process engineering. Provide technical information and training to personnel in all disciplines to further improve product design and performance. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Directly interface with customers to establish a process system that will perform the required task and meet customer requirements Prioritize, organize and efficiently complete daily work requirements for ever-changing external customer inquiries as well as internal customers Prepare accurate calculations, some of which are non-standard Develop, review and update process flow diagrams (PFDs) and pipe and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) for Merichem different liquid technologies. Respond to client needs in a timely manner with technically sound positions Proactively contributes to the continuous improvement effort of the MT product lines Mentor Engineers to increase their skills and experience Calculate material and heat balance data for specified technology Calculate flow requirements and size piping and pumps in accordance with industry practices, MT standards and Customer standards (where applicable) Fill in process and materials data on equipment datasheets Conduct P&ID walk downs of Merichem manufactured technologies Validate calculations, material and heat balance data, equipment sizing and equipment datasheet information prepared by other Process Engineers Utilize specified software, models and spreadsheets to size proprietary equipment Assist Process Engineering Manager in any activity/task requested. Achieve individual performance goals that are set by Supervisor Continuously improve our commitment to excellence in Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security performance. Other duties as assigned by management EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Bachelor of Chemical Engineering degree required Minimum 12 years of technical experience within the respective discipline working in a refinery, petrochemical, gas processing, E&C company or related industry required Relevant design and field experience working with caustic/sulfur processes and technologies required. Specialized software knowledge such as Promax and Microsoft Office required Engineering background in refinery or petrochemical environments with an understanding of PFD’s, P&ID’s, equipment and instruments sizing, and development of basic engineering packages. Process simulation experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to gather data, set priorities, and meet deadlines Able to work efficiently in a team environment. Position requires providing support to a variety of departments and levels within the organization SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory responsibility EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK Able to work an agreed upon standard schedule and additional hours as job duties demand TRAVEL Typically, between 5% and 10%, domestic and international Must have a current, valid driver's license and passport Able to be insurable under our company's liability insurance policy WORK CONDITIONS Physical demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Environment and physical effort Able to work in an office environment Able to maintain focus and analyze data Site visits to refineries and chemical plants Able to sit and use a computer for extended periods of time Able to speak and communicate proficiently Able to climb stairs and lift up to 20 pounds and exert force Able to use hands to grasp objects Able to see clearly judge distance and spatial relationships to distinguish objects as they are. Routine physical exertion. Standing for moderate periods, walking, climbing Job requires visits to oil refineries and Merichem Shop which may require climbing ladders up to 50 ft. on equipment Able to use personal protective equipment (PPE) Hazards: May be in an environment where toxic chemicals may be present Site visits in refineries and chemical plants may include exposure to materials such as caustic, strong acids and hydrocarbons, potential for H2S exposure and requirements for additional testing (e.g. PPE, drug) 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.