Job Title: Process Engineer - Level 1
Location: Donaldsonville, LA

Overview:
Process Engineer- Level 1
Position: Contract
Location: Donaldsonville, LA

Our client is currently recruiting for an experienced Process Engineer to join their team. This person will participate in the design of process equipment, including development of process simulation models, equipment sizing, optimization of design, and flare and relief system analysis and sizing. Composes comprehensive reports for project deliverables, as well as project design basis documents. Applies advanced engineering techniques and analysis within the discipline. Develops designs that require innovation and ingenuity. Work performed with minimal supervision; has considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments.


Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Model processes and facility unit operations in simulation software
• Perform hydraulic calculations for piping systems
• Develop process flow diagrams and heat and material balances
• Organize and provide process data to other disciplines, namely mechanical and instrumentation for evaluation of equipment/instrument operating parameters and sizing of equipment/instruments
• Checking/troubleshooting process equipment system designs
• Prepares specifications and operating instructions for process equipment/systems
• Evaluate flare and relief systems, including PSV sizing following applicable client standards, API 520 Part I/II, and API 521
• Communicate with vendors on sizing, operation, and performance of equipment, includes obtaining quotes for new equipment as required
• Development of facility drawings
• Strong participation in hazard reviews/HAZOP events
• Participate in planning, cost development and management, and scheduling for assigned projects
• Ensure proper sequence of operation during schedule creation/reviews/updates
• Ensure project execution is within the approved budget
• Participate in and contribute to development of all phases of project engineering, including FEED, detailed design, and construction support
• Responsible for reporting on engineering status to the Lead Engineer and Department Manager, and performing assessments of progress as needed
• Maintain effective communication with multidiscipline project team members and the client
• Ensure adherence to company and client specifications and governing codes and standards
• Ensure adherence to company and client health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) requirements, as well as state and federal regulations

Qualifications:
Qualifications:

• 2 years of related engineering experience with upstream oil and gas production facilities and or chemical/petrochemical
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required
• Recognized Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or University

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