B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
5-15 years of engineering experience in oil, gas, or chemical manufacturing
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and organized with a focus on solutions
Attention to detail is critical
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer
P.E. license preferred
Responsibilities
Monitor and report on plant performance metrics like efficiency and catalyst life
Conduct performance evaluations and troubleshoot process equipment issues
Provide optimization, troubleshooting, and technical support for operations
Manage and expedite engineering changes for timely project execution
Evaluate capital improvement projects for production efficiency and EHS performance
Prepare and review engineering documents and specifications
Conduct training for operations personnel on new procedures
Participate in process hazard analyses and incident investigations
Implement solutions for EHS action items to stay on schedule
Assist with pre-turnaround recommendations and equipment inspections
Benefits
Full-time employment opportunity
Participate in capital improvement projects
Occasional travel for site visits
Collaborative work environment
Involvement in training and development initiatives
Full Job Description
Keystone Engineering is currently seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join our Port Arthur team.
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Port Arthur, TX
Work Environment/Physical Demands: Office/Sedentary
Travel Requirements: Occasional site visits
Essential Functions:
Monitor and report on plant operating performance of assigned units including overall plant efficiency, capacity, product yields, catalyst life, emissions, and process safety. Collect field data as required to ensure accuracy of results.
Complete performance evaluations and generate recommendations to resolve identified problems found in process equipment including compressors, turbines, heat exchangers, absorbers, strippers, boilers, combustion equipment, and reactors.
Provide process optimization, troubleshooting, data analysis, and technical support to the operations organization.
Provide detailed engineering support and monitor / expedite assigned jobs through the Management of Change process to ensure timely execution.
Evaluate and participate in the development of potential capital improvement projects to increase production capacity, improve energy efficiency, and enhance EHS performance.
Prepare and review documents including PFDs, P&IDs, scopes of work, and equipment specifications to support capital improvement project budget authorization requests and approved project execution. Provide detailed written justifications for management approval.
Review new operational procedures and conduct training for operations personnel for significant changes.
Participate in PHAs, LOPA studies, and incident investigations.
Identify and implement solutions to EHS-related action items to meet schedule requirements.
Assist Maintenance and Operations during turnarounds by providing pre-turnaround process engineering recommendations, assisting in planning specialty work, performing equipment inspections related to process issues, monitoring equipment repairs that can affect the process, coordinating catalyst replacements, and assisting with plant restarts.
Requirements:
B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
5-15years of engineering-related experience in the oil, gas, or chemical manufacturing industry preferred.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) required.
Self-motivated, organized, and solution advocate.
Attention to detail.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
