Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer DepartmentPlug Process Systems Reporting LineProcess Engineering Manager/Supervisor During Feed, Design & Post Startup Phases:The Senior Process Engineer is the technical contact for all matters related to the process technology including but not limited to H2 liquefaction, gas processing, acid gas removal.Reporting to Process Engineering Supervisor, the Process Engineer is responsible for coordinating process design activities for Hydrogen production and liquefaction projects during various phases of development, including conceptual development, FEED (Front End Engineering Development), and EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction).The Process Engineer is also required to support projects during commissioning and startup as well as provide post startup support on site.Participating in development of project and process design premises.Obtaining and defining process design data as needed.Preparing conceptual level simulations to evaluate technology options, such asOptimal compressor/driver configurationsProcess efficiency options (waste heat recovery, optimal staging, etc.)Preparing reports and evaluations of process schemes.Assisting with input for validation of project economics.Preparing PFD’s, UFD’s, H&MB’s, Material Selection Diagrams, & Preliminary P&ID’s.Preparing specifications and datasheets for long lead time process equipment.Working with the EPC Contractor to establishing accurate preliminary hydraulics.Participating in safety and risk assessments.Maintaining progress, integrity, quality and accuracy of process design work.Ensuring Plug’s minimum standards are maintained throughout the design process.Preparing and/or checking process design and rated case simulations.Preparing and/or checking design and performing ratings.Working with EPC Contractor to ensure accurate and appropriate line sizing, routing and differential pressure profiles across equipment.Preparing and ensuring that specifications for process equipment are met.Reviewing mechanical and vendor datasheets.Participating in manufactured equipment reviews, module check-outs & P&ID walk-downs.Participating in commissioning, start-up and post startup support as required.Troubleshooting and resolving post startup operational issues on an as needed basis.Preparing revamp studies for increased capacity, availability or resolving operational issues.Required Education and Experience:Minimum Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering, higher education is a plus.8 to 15 years of process engineering experience with process engineering assignments of increasing responsibility, complexity and scope.Proficiency of overall process design, including Hysys simulation, process controls, equipment specification, P&ID and HAZOP.Candidates for this U.S. position must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee or asylee.Membership in a professional society is a plus.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.The Ideal Candidate will have: Knowledge of Chemical Engineering “First Principles”.Working knowledge of ASPEN, HYSYS and/or process simulation software.Knowledge of cryogenic process technologies which can include cryogenic air separation, natural gas liquefaction, hydrogen liquefaction, helium processing and liquefaction, etc.Knowledgeable in natural gas processing technologies.Understands basic applicable engineering codes.Proven teamwork skills.Sound organizational skills for completing tasks as scheduled.Strong communication skills both verbal and written for the purpose of explaining challenges and solutions internally.Good interpersonal skills to successfully interface other engineering disciplines and customers.General Day-to-Day Activities:Perform process simulations for heat and material balances.Prepare process equipment data sheets and equipment lists.Prepare Process Flow Diagrams.Assist in the development of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams.Perform process systems calculations, including line sizing, hydraulic evaluations and relief valve sizing.Write process descriptions.Provide process data to the Instrument, Controls and Electrical Department for the preparation of instrument data sheets.Check process engineering work performed by other Process and Junior Process Engineers.Assist in the preparation of Start-up and Operating Manuals.Participate in unit start-ups.