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Process Engineer - Oil & Gas
Process Engineer - Oil & GasAtwell, LLC • Houston, TX, US
Process Engineer - Oil & Gas

Process Engineer - Oil & Gas

Atwell, LLC • Houston, TX, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 55+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards :

  • Nine consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" (#16) by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #10 in the "Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms" in the U.S. by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
  • Recognized in Crains "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
  • Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

Position Snapshot

We are seeking a mid to senior level Process Engineer with a minimum of 10 years of experience in oil and gas or specialty chemicals. Ideal candidates have experience serving as a lead engineer on multi-discipline projects. Mechanical engineering experience is a plus.

What You Will Do

  • Serve as lead process engineer and senior technical advisor on multiple projects across midstream, pipeline, and specialty chemical sectors.
  • Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, and heat and material balances.
  • Build and validate process simulations and perform hydraulic calculations, line sizing, and equipment sizing.
  • Prepare engineering reports, specifications, datasheets, and calculations for process systems and equipment.
  • Lead or participate in HAZOP, LOPA, PHA, and risk analyses.
  • Perform feasibility and economic studies, conceptual and front-end design, optimization, and debottlenecking.
  • Coordinate with project managers, discipline leads, clients, vendors, and contractors to deliver project scope, schedule, and quality.
  • Conduct independent QA / QC of process deliverables and review other disciplines for alignment with process design intent.
  • Review and respond to RFIs and third-party vendor drawings.
  • Perform field work to gather design information and support commissioning as needed.
  • Contribute to proposals for engineering services and support business development.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Mechanical, Petroleum, or Biochemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive process engineering experience in midstream, pipeline, or specialty chemical environments.
  • Strong foundation in process design and control, including development of PFDs, P&IDs, and H&MBs.
  • Proficiency in process calculations, including chemical balances, pipe hydraulics and flow rates, compression, maximum intended inventory, and overpressure protection.
  • Demonstrated experience with equipment sizing and specification for compressors, gas turbines, pumps, heat exchangers, dehydration units, storage vessels, separators, relief valves, distillation columns, and reactors.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across disciplines.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer license preferred.
  • Engineer in Training certification strongly preferred.
  • Prior experience as a lead engineer.
  • Mechanical engineering experience or exposure to mechanical design considerations.
  • Experience in one or more of the following systems or facilities :
  • Compressor stations, meter stations, crude oil booster pump stations, storage facilities
  • Combined cycle power plants and utility systems such as steam, fuel gas, air, and nitrogen
  • Gas sweetening, dehydration, and conditioning
  • Process filters and separators, mixers, strainers
  • Safety equipment systems, fire suppression, vapor recovery units, chemical injection
  • Flare and relief systems
  • Meters, restrictive orifices, and control valves
  • Software proficiency : ProMax, Thermoflex or GT PRO, Caesar II, PipeSim, and Microsoft Office.
  • Experience researching and integrating company standards, municipal requirements, and regulatory codes into project deliverables.
  • Tools and Methods

  • Process simulation development using ProMax.
  • PFD, P&ID, and H&MB development.
  • Relief valve sizing and contingency analysis.
  • Atmospheric tank venting and emissions calculations.
  • Hydraulic calculations and studies.
  • Control valve sizing.
  • #LI- TK1

    Atwell Benefits : To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

    Work / Life :

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
  • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
  • Compensation :

  • Competitive Compensation packages
  • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
  • 401K match - 1 : 1 up to 4% of compensation
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
  • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
  • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
  • Employee Referrals up to $5,000
  • Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
  • Dependent Care Match
  • 'Atwell'ness :

  • Medical (BC / BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
  • Family Planning & IVF Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
  • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
  • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
  • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
  • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work / life referral services
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