Basic FunctionHF Sinclair is seeking for a Process Engineer to conducts engineering duties for Process Engineering discipline and functions as a technical specialist, formulating and developing advanced engineering concepts.
Job Duties- Provides engineering assistance, direction and development assistance to colleagues
- Solves technical problems related to projects and troubleshoots and updates report data for units
- Upgrades, designs, configures, maintains and monitors related equipment and performance
- Analyzes related components and systems, processes and methods, and refinery processes and economics
- Develops project scopes, budgets and AFE's for approval and ensures projects meet budget as well as refinery standards
- Optimizes refinery units and analyzes data to aid operations with decisions and troubleshooting
- Researches and stays abreast of assigned discipline subjects, innovations and leading edge developments
May be required to do some or all of the following:
- Coordinate, facilitate and document Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and participate in and facilitate incident investigations
- Participate in Management Of Change (MOC) process, incident investigations, PHA's and Pre-start up Safety Reviews (PSSR)
- Participate in, facilitate and support Process Safety related audits and Layers Of Protection Analysis (LOPA) reviews and assist in Process Safety action items solution development
- Implement processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most cost efficient manner
- Recommend and implement improvements and/or modification in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, and related matters
- Review proposals of outside vendors regarding the purchase of new or modernization of existing processing equipment
- Improve profitability of the refinery
Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion
ExperienceA minimum of five years of progressive work experience in a specific engineering discipline. A strong understanding of basic refinery processes.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Refinery or petrochemical industry experience preferred. Some or all of FCC, CCR, Alky, Sulfur unit, and hydrotreating experience is.
Education LevelA minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in the Chemical Engineering discipline is required.
Required SkillsAbility to manage a project is essential. Working knowledge of commonly used engineering concepts and ability to apply this knowledge analytically. Ability to stay abreast of new technology developments and processes is essential. Ability to communicate effectively with others, strong verbal communication skills, advanced level of reading and writing, ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations. Advanced ability to work effectively with multiple groups throughout the refinery. Strong spreadsheet and word processing applications knowledge; strong interpersonal, time-management and organizational skills; ability to provide training to multiple groups on a variety of applicable as.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Working knowledge of and experience with engineering software (HYSYS, Fathom, SEEQ) is preferred.
Supervisory/Managerial ResponsibilityMay be responsible for the supervision of personnel as well as contractors.
Work ConditionsOffice and plant based with up to 10% travel required. Subject to varying weather conditions and required to work in all temperatures, including outdoors.
BenefitsHF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time-Off
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
- Educational Reimbursement
- Parental Bonding Time
- Employee Discounts
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.
Physical RequirementsJob conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, perceiving color differences, required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards are not permitted), ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential, valid State driver's license and proof of insurance required. Job conditions may require making precise hand and finger movements, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, and working in confined spaces as permitted.
