Process Project Engineer

The Process / Project Engineer II executes new capital projects and troubleshoots existing Baton Rouge area facilities processes. The Process / Project Engineer II will ensure their assigned projects are completed on time and within the budget. These projects range from minor facility maintenance to leading $2.5MM capital improvement projects. This position reports to a Lead Process / Project Engineer.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Ø Solving process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration.

Ø Support multiple concurrent projects by acting as the process engineer, project engineer, or both.

Ø Troubleshoot DCS and PLC issues and create a control narrative for process changes.

Ø Create and maintain project documents (scope of works, budgets, vendor documents, etc.).

Ø Develop / refine the scope of work for new and existing projects.

Ø Develop budget estimates for new projects.

Ø Develop project schedules.

Ø Develop equipment specifications and become knowledgeable on the equipment necessary for each project.

Ø Manage project resources (employees, contractors, consultants, etc.) to keep the project on target.

Ø Participate in PHA / HAZOP and other regulatory activities.

Ø Participate in project commissioning activities and provide technical support to meet project goals.

Ø Provide regular project updates.

Ø Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

v Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is required.

v 5 -10 years of related experience in engineering design of chemical plants or working as an engineer in a chemical manufacturing environment.

v 5+ years of experience working in an RMP and PSM environment.

v Working knowledge of PHA, HAZOP, and MOCs.

v A practical understanding of electro-mechanical systems, including pneumatics and automated control systems, would be ideal.

v Intermediate understanding of piping and equipment codes and chemical safety standards.

v Solid understanding of project management techniques. PMP preferred.

v Knowledgeable in the use of Microsoft Projects and SAP preferred.

v Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, including orientation to team development.

v Ability to understand chemical manufacturing processes interpret and read blueprints, and technical documents.

v Ability to work with multiple discipline projects. Technically competent and knowledgeable of electro-mechanical systems, including pneumatics, automated control systems, and Distributive Control Systems (DCS).

v Detail-oriented with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

v Organized with the ability to support multiple concurrent projects.

v Accountable, confident, bright, articulate, innovative, highly motivated, and self-starter with a high energy level that performs with the highest integrity. Hands-on, field-oriented, with initiative and decision-making skills.

v Knowledge and understanding of industry codes, product safety standards, regulations, etc.

v Comfortable with moderate travel (25%).

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