Req ID: 474454
As the RDU Subject Matter Expert, you will lead and coordinate technical and operational readiness for the Renewable Diesel Unit (RDU). You will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, maintenance, safety, and procurement to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant start-up and operating unit.
Job Functions:- Review basis of design, interlocks, and P&IDs to get familiar with plant
- Review isolation plans for equipment to ensure necessary equipment is installed
- Develop normal operating, normal shut down, emergency shut down and startup procedures, including hydrocarbon purging, pressure-up sequences, and initial commissioning.
- Write or refine SOPs, checklists, and forms in collaboration with PSM and operations teams.
- Manage and support Management of Change (MOC) and Pre-Start-Up Safety Review (PSSR) processes.
- Assist in policy creation to manage unique hazards associated with the RDU, aligning with PSM, API, NFPA, and OSHA standards.
- Organize and lead operator and craft training before and after startup.
- Review design changes requested by supervisor
- Review SOPs, checklists, and forms for area
- Help to develop startup procedures
- Review and assist with policy creation to consider dangers/hazards of the RDU
- Help develop action item list/tracker for what is needed prior to startup and ongoing operations
- Review maintenance plans for area equipment
- Assist in developing list of items needed for operations (tools, review spares suggestions, etc.)
Qualifications:- Minimum of 3-5 years in refinery, chemical processing, or energy sector lead roles.
- Minimum 2 years directly involved in commissioning or startup support activities.
- Experience in process industry including but not limited to: renewable or bio-diesel production, steam reformation, oil and gas industry, hydro treating, and/or a PSM regulated facility.
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, instrumentation interlocks, and field devices.
- Experience developing startup procedures, SOPs, and checklists.
- Familiarity with process safety inputs including PHA, HAZOP, MOC, and PSSR frameworks
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willing to relocate to Nebraska and work on site in Hastings, NE
- Comfortable working in an industrial work environment that may include loud areas, work at heights, entry into confined spaces, and other potential chemical/atmospheric hazards that require use of appropriate PPE.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications/Experience:- Experience with refinery or renewable diesel units (RDUs) or similar pre-treatment systems.
- Familiarity with Maintenance Management Systems (e.g. Maximo, SAP) or Engineering Management Systems (e.g. Enablon, PRiSM).
- Certification or advanced training in Process Safety Management, Lean/Six Sigma, or energy management standards.
If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for process design, we encourage you to submit your application for consideration. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development.
