Full Job Description
Engineer, Process
Engineering & Projects
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Posting Start Date: 7/23/26
Posting End Date:
Org Unit:
Engineering
Location:
Selkirk, NY
Salary Range:
$98,586 - $149,938
Job Summary
Act as subject matter expert for tank and vessel relief sizing analysis. Develop site strategy to ensure a valid contingency analysis for all site reliefs, including prioritization of efforts to update or correct analyses, and oversee implementation of that strategy with support of contract resources as necessary.
Act as process engineering support to the units, developing in-depth process area knowledge by driving tactical and strategic process improvements in key unit priorities, such as:
EHSS / Compliance
Production execution
Cost
Stability
Quality
Analyze current process capability, find root causes to issues, and implement improvements. Utilize manufacturing excellence tools where appropriate. Represent manufacturing, process optimization projects, and process and product changes using a cross-functional team approach that address all aspects of the product and process changes.
How You Can Be the Impact
Complete or and support reviews of relief contingencies through verification of past analyses, current drawings and equipment information, and confirm validity of different overpressure scenarios with input from Operations as necessary. Lead or and coordinate implementation of any identified corrective actions from contingency analyses, including leading MOC efforts and project implementation as needed.
Develop internal expertise of relief contingency analysis through mentoring and training of other site engineers and technicians.
Provide support to the site to ensure the units meet all ISO, PSM, and other external and internal regulatory requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, participating in PHAs, executing MOCs, investigating incidents, and owning closure of action items (ATS).
Collect and analyze data for process improvement opportunities.
Utilize root cause analysis to find root causes of issues.
Implement solutions to optimize unit performance.
Identify, evaluate, and make recommendations regarding new process technologies.
What Matters to SABIC
BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or similar technical degree
Minimum of 3 years' experience in Manufacturing with a thorough understanding of process design engineering -
Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment.
Demonstrated personal commitment in safety, environmental, health and security practices.
Track record of leading and implementing successful projects process changes, and improvements
Strong sense of accountability, urgency, and self-direction
Strong leadership and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools
Comfortable working from platforms at elevated heights for field verification work
Strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to fully understand a process and its control philosophy
A strong understanding of fluid flow principles and thermodynamics
Proficient in applying relevant industry codes and standards such as API 520, API 521, ASME Section VIII.
Ability to use risk analysis results to develop a strategy to eliminate or minimize the impact of risk scenarios.
Understanding of Management of Change (MOC) processes.
Desired Skills:
Aspen process modeling experience
Heat exchanger modeling experience
Strong general mechanical background and familiarity with piping, bolting, valves, and common mechanical fabrication and repair processes
Eligibility Requirements
You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the "Apply Now/Apply" option on this page.
You must be 18 years or older
Applicants must be currently authorized to work for SABIC in the United States on a full-time basis.
Work Availability
Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday - Friday during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.