Process Engineer II

1w1 week ago

Hunt Energy

Tuscaloosa, US · Full-time · $90,000 – $120,000

About this role

The Process Engineer II provides operations support, process improvement, and technical expertise for process units and systems in a refining or chemical environment. This role involves monitoring day-to-day operations, troubleshooting limitations, and ensuring process effectiveness through optimization and design changes. Responsibilities emphasize safety, reliability, and profitability.

Day-to-day duties include performing process monitoring, following trends in operational data to identify early problems, and communicating suspicions for avoidance resolution. Assist Operations in unit startups, shutdowns, and maintenance preparations while reducing costs via energy conservation and unit optimization. Perform PSM functions such as HAZOP participation and MOC preparation.

Collaborate in a team environment by assisting Operations, Mechanical personnel, and Operational Specialists in resolving issues and developing procedures. Provide technical training on processes and advise Management on operational changes to meet goals. Support Environmental, Health & Safety with compliance to regulations.

Drive growth through identifying needed changes for safety and profitability, developing designs, preparing MOCs for funding, and assisting in commissioning. Become proficient in engineering design/rating software and serve as technical point contact across departments. Opportunities include leading resolutions and enhancing unit procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering from a four-year college or university
Three to six years related experience in a refining, chemical or related industry
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work in a team environment
Leadership and motivational skills for peers
Self motivated with desire to learn and develop new skills
Exhibit a “can do” attitude and spirit of cooperation
Certified to use respiratory protection including SCBA and fresh air work with tight-fitting full-face mask

Responsibilities

Perform process monitoring on day-to-day operations
Identify and troubleshoot process limitations/problems and lead in resolution
Follow trends in operational data and identify potential problems in early stages
Assist Operations in unit or system start up, shutdown and preparations for equipment maintenance
Reduce the cost of existing processes through energy conservation, unit optimization
Develop and design attractive process unit or system changes
Perform PSM functions including HAZOP participation, resolution of HAZOP recommendations, MOC preparation and review
Assist in commissioning and troubleshooting of unit or system changes