Master's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
5+ years of Process Engineering experience, ideally in oil & gas or energy sectors.
Experience designing oil product storage terminals or similar facilities.
Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems and product transfer operations.
Proficient in hydraulic calculations, pump sizing, and pressure-drop calculations.
Familiarity with PFDs, P&IDs, and process philosophies.
Experience with process simulation software like Aspen HYSYS.
Responsibilities
Perform Process Engineering activities to meet project requirements and standards.
Develop process calculations and technical deliverables.
Coordinate with the Lead Process Engineer and multidisciplinary teams.
Prepare and review key process deliverables such as PFDs and P&IDs.
Support process optimization and evaluate alternative designs.
Provide process input during construction and commissioning phases.
Communicate technical data and design requirements effectively across teams.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
401K plan with company discretionary match.
Paid time off and company holidays.
Tuition reimbursement and nursery grant.
Employee Assistance Program and identity theft protection.
Full Job Description
Process Engineer
Compensation Data
$85,000 - $115,000 commensurate with education and experience
Mission
The Process Engineer will perform Process Engineering activities for a major Oil Products Storage Terminal project, supporting the development and execution of the process design throughout the project. The role will be responsible for preparing Process Engineering calculations, documents and deliverables, ensuring that the design meets project requirements and applicable engineering standards. The Process Engineer will work under the coordination of the Lead Process Engineer and collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines and project functions..
Key Accountabilities
Process Engineering Activities
Perform Process Engineering to project requirements, design criteria and applicable codes and standards.
Develop process calculations, documents and technical deliverables.
Support design cases, operating scenarios and process requirements.
Work with the Lead Process Engineer and process team to ensure design consistency and quality.
Provide process input and technical data to other disciplines.
Process Design and Development
Prepare and review process deliverables, including:
Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs);Heat and Material Balances;
Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs);
Process and hydraulic calculations;
line sizing and pressure-drop calculations;
pump sizing and hydraulic evaluations;
process equipment and instrument datasheets;
process control and operating philosophies.
Additionally:
Calculate product receipt, storage, transfer, recirculation and dispatch systems.
Model terminal transfer and distribution hydraulics.
Define and verify design flows and equipment operating requirements.
Evaluate operating scenarios, including simultaneous operations.
Support tank farm, pumping, manifold, loading and unloading design and optimization.
Evaluate and compare alternative process solutions.
Multidisciplinary Engineering Coordination
Coordinate process interfaces with Piping, Mechanical, Instrumentation & Control, Electrical, Civil, Layout, Fire Protection and Process Safety.
Supply process data and requirements for other disciplines' deliverables.
Join multidisciplinary design reviews and technical meetings.
Review interdisciplinary documents and drawings for process requirements.
Identify issues, inconsistencies and gaps; support resolution with the Lead Process Engineer and relevant disciplines.
Process Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Follow project requirements, applicable codes, standards and industry practices.
Provide process input to safety and hazard identification activities.
Join HAZID, HAZOP and other safety and design reviews as required.
Support shutdown, isolation, safeguarding and emergency operating philosophies.
Align process design and safety requirements with Process Safety and Fire Protection specialists.
Design Development and Project Execution
Support process optimization for safety, operability, reliability and maintainability.
Evaluate alternative designs.
Provide process input to plot plans and equipment arrangements.
Prepare process requirements for equipment and package specifications.
Support technical bid evaluations and vendor document reviews for process scope.
Assess process impacts of design changes.
Help the Lead Process Engineer resolve technical queries and design issues.
Construction, Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning Support
Provide process support during construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up as required.
Help prepare and review commissioning and operating procedures.
Join system readiness reviews and help troubleshoot process issues.
Support testing and initial facility operation as required.
Collaborate and Communicate Effectively
Work effectively and collaborate across disciplines and geographically distributed teams.
Clearly communicate technical data, design requirements and issues to teams and stakeholders.
Help the Lead Process Engineer maintain consistency across process activities and deliverables.
Qualifications
Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Process Engineering, preferably within the oil & gas, downstream, terminals, tank farms or energy infrastructure sectors.
Previous experience in the design of oil product storage terminals, tank farms, liquid hydrocarbon handling facilities or similar facilities is highly desirable.
Good knowledge of liquid storage, pumping, hydraulic systems and product transfer operations.
Demonstrated experience in hydraulic calculations, pump sizing, line sizing and pressure-drop calculations.
Experience in the preparation and development of PFDs, P&IDs, process calculations, equipment datasheets and process philosophies.
Good knowledge of applicable Process Engineering codes, standards and industry practices.
Experience with process simulation and hydraulic calculation software, such as Aspen HYSYS or equivalent engineering tools.
Experience participating in HAZID, HAZOP and multidisciplinary design reviews.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently on assigned Process Engineering activities while coordinating with the Lead Process Engineer and the wider engineering team.
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interface effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, vendors and project stakeholders.
Ability to effectively manage multiple technical activities and deadlines in a fast-paced project environment.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent professional certification is preferred but not required.
Additional Qualifications
Ability to travel up to 25%, including project and job sites, based upon business needs.
Valid driver's license.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
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Competencies
WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.
Flexibility and respect drive how we work. We are committed to building a workplace where every person feels valued, empowered to develop their potential, and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.
