Process Engineer - EPC Background

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Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Process Engineer with a background in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) environments to work on hydrotreating projects. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in designing, optimizing, and supporting hydrotreating processes for the refining and petrochemical industries. This role will focus on delivering technical solutions throughout all project phases.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead process engineering activities for hydrotreating projects, including designing process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and heat and material balances.
• Develop process simulations and models to optimize hydrotreating unit performance, focusing on feedstock flexibility, catalyst selection, and hydrogen management.
• Ensure process designs comply with industry standards and client specifications for safety, environmental impact, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and controls) during the design and engineering phases of hydrotreating projects.
• Provide technical input during procurement and construction phases, ensuring the selected equipment and materials meet process requirements and project specifications.
• Recommend improvements to existing processes, including the introduction of new technologies or the enhancement of current operations.
• Ensure all process engineering work complies with applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Perform hazard and operability studies (HAZOP) and risk assessments to identify and mitigate process-related risks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field.
• 7 years of experience in process engineering within an EPC environment, ideally in hydrotreating or refining projects.
• Proficiency in process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD).
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (API, ASME).
• Experience working on large-scale capital projects, from front-end engineering design (FEED) through execution and commissioning.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Certification in project management (PMP) or similar qualifications.

About Petroplan

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