Lead a design team in the development of basic process design specifications or provide oversight of an engineering contractor's technical deliverables during the front end design / detailed engineering phases of projects.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Monitor and lead junior engineers in the development of process design specifications, including the development of heat & material balances, design flow plans, process equipment design, preliminary hydraulic balances, utility balances, basic process control & instrumentation, materials selection, safety facilities
Lead and / or perform process optimization studies to identify / evaluate capital / operating cost savings, process configuration alternatives, safety facilities requirements, etc.
Provide technical oversight for engineering contractor's work during front end engineering & design / detailed engineering to ensure consistency with Company methods & guidelines, project specifications & owner's requirements
Participate in Hazard & Operability Reviews for new / modified facilities / in support of existing plant facilities
Provide commissioning & start-up assistance for new / modified facilities, as required
Establish organization and staffing process
Requirements
B.Sc / M.Sc Degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent, required.
Experience in petroleum refining / chemical process industry / with an engineering contractor serving these industries.
Capital project development experience.
Ability to adapt to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and frequent changes in priorities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software programs.
Read, write, and speak fluent English, especially as it applies to technical and business communications.