Chemical Process Engineer

SUMMARY:

Provide leadership and personal involvement to conduct the Development, Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and Maintenance of immersion component materials to assure compatibility with immersion fluids used in company IT Equipment (ITE) immersion cooled solutions. Provide project engineering and process engineering design support for all material compatibility testing projects. Develop the life cycle monitoring and maintenance of company immersion compatible materials and document accordingly within the company’s engineering systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process Design & Detail Engineering include performing process simulations, design calculations, Process Optimization, sizing & selection of equipment, to meet desired standards of material compatibility in accordance with recognized industry standards.
• Review and work directly with dielectric fluid manufacturers with their immersion fluid specifications, datasheets, verification of fluid manufacturers material compatibility test reporting and other appropriate standards.
• Preparation of various engineering deliverables (Drawings & Documents) such as Process Flow Diagrams, P & I Diagrams, Process Datasheets, Equipment Specifications, Cause & Effect Diagrams, control philosophies, shutdown philosophies, HAZOP Studies & reports, Operation & maintenance manuals etc. and providing necessary engineering inputs to the other disciplines and other departments.
• Engage with multi-discipline team from a Project Engineering perspective for an efficient design workflow.
• Review material compatibility testing designs, and cost estimates.
• Provide Engineering leadership design of material compatibility lab specification including appropriate test equipment, power, security etc.
• Apply Lessons Learned, functional Best Practices, and industry analogues to facilities scopes of work.
• Prepare material compatibility scope of work, perform testing set up and perform the material compatibility testing in accordance with documented standards.
• Prepare material compatibility technical specifications in accordance with accepted standards for review and approval
• Evaluate fluid manufacturers submitted immersion fluids in accordance with the approved Statement of Work (SOW) and/or technology cooperation agreement
• Monitor any subcontracted technical service activities
• Assist with development of design guides, guide specifications, and design operating procedures for any material compatibility or other chemical testing programs.
• Lead R&D team in terms of chemical analysis of immersion materials and fluid material compatibility from the point of thermal material identification, selection and testing with fluid manufacturers immersion fluids submitted for compatibility testing within an SOW or technology cooperation agreement.
• Development of company technical standards, documentation, implementation and life cycle management of thermal interface material and compatibility testing development
• Guide other company Engineers and technicians through deliverable material compatibility processes for projects.
• Act as safety supervisor for the lab, setting up all safety systems within company lab facilities and conducting training for all required personnel.
• Preparation & Issue of SOW, evaluation of fluid manufacturers immersion fluids, specifications, data sheets and other technical documentation.
• Review of fluid manufacturer’s documents, drawings, datasheets, specifications, and calculations.
• Ensure safety and compliance with environmental regulations

• Learn about company’s business as appropriate. Shows up to work on time and attends work as scheduled.
• Engage with partners and customers to demonstrate the lab and explain chemical engineering processes when necessary.
• Participation in industry standards and specification bodies, as required, Including OCP CE Immersion Workstreams 
• All other duties as requested by supervisor or department head.

COMPETENCY QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If an employee does not meet the required competency level in any area, a required development training plan will be implemented.

Job-Specific Competencies:

(Education and/or years of experience; technical and/or analytical; software or applications; department and/or position specific; internal or external certifications required)

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent degree in petroleum engineering, chemical engineering or related discipline and 2-4 years of responsible post baccalaureate laboratory work or experience in facilities, operations engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of varied related industry experience; 5 years preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Hardware Design Engineers, manufacturing engineering process engineers, Operations, and other staff.
• Able to identify, control and manage conflict, risks, changes, safety, quality, cost & schedule in an organized manner and often time-constrained environment.
• Demonstrate technical, project management and leadership skills and commitment to company guidelines, as required to successfully execute chemical process projects and deliver a quality result that assures confidence in any material compatibility test.
• Conversant with the Engineering Standards such as API, NFPA, ASME, ASTM, BS / EN etc.
• Some travel to supplier locations may be required.
• Ability to follow all applicable Business Management System (BMS) processes.

Management Competencies:

(Management experience required)

• N/A

Core Competencies:

(Other core requirements including communication, presentation, language, math, and reasoning skills)

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills to effectively interact with and present to Senior Management, partners, and external stakeholders.
• A desire for continuous learning; especially in chemical engineering and industrial processing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Know and follow established company core values

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; to sit, stand, walk; and to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

• Lifting Requirement:    50 pounds
• Lifting Limitations:        50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually above normal.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

UNICOM Engineering is a Strategic OEM Integration Partner; starting with scalable and reliable hardware, combined with a suite of services from design engineering to system integration, logistics, regulatory and trade compliance, as well as support. UNICOM Is known best for its solution design technologies, integration expertise, and unique deployment capabilities. UNICOM is proud to be in compliance with ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and TL9000; assuring that customers receive high-reliability products and services that meet or exceed industry standards. With primary facilities Plano, TX, Canton, MA, and Galway, Ireland, UNICOM continues to maintain one of the largest portfolios of purpose-built turnkey platforms.  For additional information, visit: www.unicomengineering.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

UNICOM’S VISION

To provide technology solutions to enable innovators to drive digital transformation and exceptional experiences

UNICOM’S MISSION

Enabling global technology companies to deliver innovation while providing superior brand protection

UNICOM’S CORE VALUES

Integrity, Partnership, Flexibility, Innovation, Flawless execution

PERKS OF WORKING AT UNICOM

Employees of UNICOM have a wide range of benefits available to them such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA, Voluntary Life Insurance Plans, and 401(k). UNICOM provides its employees with Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. In addition to accrued PTO, UNICOM offers 8 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays each year. UNICOM provides employees with a Tuition Reimbursement Program and Employee Assistance Program which also includes a large library of educational videos to encourage growth. UNICOM also provides employees with a Wellness Program to promote a healthy lifestyle. Peer recognition for going above and beyond is encouraged and milestone tenure is recognized and celebrated. UNICOM was given a rating of 4.13 (out of 5) on the confidential internal 2025 Employee Survey!