Process Engineer - Contract Refinery Turnaround Project - Kansas

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Job description

Process Engineer II

Under the direction of the Technical Services Supervisor, support the Operations Superintendent in monitoring the product specifications. Small capital project design & development to increase the productivity and efficiency of the refinery. Provide assistance to Project Engineering and outside consultants and firms in monitoring efficiency, expansion purposes. Provide support to Operations in unit monitoring & optimization to achieve the refinerys goals. Provide support to the Process Safety Management group in supporting process safety and adherence to regulatory requirements.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum requirement B.S. Chemical Engineering Degree; prefer M.S. Chemical Engineering

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2+ years of experience in oil refinery process engineering or operations required
Experience with capital and operating cost estimating and economic analysis is preferred
Experience with flow sheet development, equipment selection and sizing, pressure relief system calculation, general hydraulic calculation, PHA, process simulations and process selection studies is highly desirable
Possess the ability to set up and maintain unit monitoring spreadsheets that include mass, heat and material balances and conversion calculation. Strong computer skills with Excel, Word and other Microsoft functions
Knowledge and skills with HYSYS, PRO-II, PROMAX, VBA, MATLAB is preferred
Have a good understanding of mechanical, machinery and towers
Strong mathematical, reasoning, and problem solving understanding of P&IDs and PFDs
Fluent in English, oral and written required

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provide technical support for the Plan Operations
Will be assigned to a specific unit)s) within the refinery with responsibilities of daily monitoring and troubleshooting of the area(s), process optimization, design and development of capital projects
Will work in a team environment with operators and engineers to maintain and troubleshoot problems as well as develop advanced applications for the process units
Small projects scope of work and working directly with Drafting and other Engineers in order to receive appropriate design and size of the equipment needed
Provide support for Process Catalysts and Chemicals bidding. Contacting vendors for information and to provide vendors with appropriate information
Assist in the planning of unit shutdowns and startups. Administer plant performance test runs as needed, provide any operational data or drawings required to vendors or maintenance if needed
Data performance tracking with spreadsheets or providing information to vendors
Provide information to Project Engineering for expansion purposes. Collect Lab Data or Operation Data to provide to the Project Engineering group or outside vendors
Work with Computer personnel with TDCIAPC control system to help improve monitoring
Research and monitor upcoming technology changes to improve future strategies within the Refinery
Regularly communicate with supervisor work progress, concerns and questions

EXPECTED RESULTS
Ensure safety, environmental compliance, Reliability and Operating Excellence
Ensure product specifications are being met
Reduce down time, proper bidding and thorough planning
Optimize the Process, Design and Development of Capital Projects
Embrace positive change, promote safety, drive inclusive behaviors, and support sustainable reliability
Adherence to all company policies and procedures

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