Senior Plant Engineer, Gas Upgrading & Process Design

Hydron Energy Inc; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental & vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Career growth in renewables

Job summary

Hydron Energy Inc. in North Vancouver, BC, is seeking a Senior Plant Engineer to lead the design and engineering of gas upgrading and separation plants.

You will develop simulations, P&IDs, BOMs, and 3D layouts, and support fabrication, installation, and commissioning while working with internal teams and external stakeholders. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in plant design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in plant engineering or process design.
• P.Eng designation (or eligibility) preferred.
• Hands-on experience with gas processing systems such as upgrading, separation, compression, or treatment.
• Strong experience in process design and simulation (Aspen HYSYS).
• Experience preparing P&IDs and BOMs.
• Proficiency with 3D layout software (AutoCAD Plant 3D/SolidWorks).
• Strong communication and cross-functional teamwork.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out plant process design for gas upgrading and separation systems from concept through detailed engineering.
• Developing process simulations, mass and energy balances, and equipment sizing calculations.
• Preparing and maintaining P&IDs, PFDs, and equipment lists.
• Preparing BOMs and supporting procurement with technical specs and vendor bid evaluations.
• Developing 3D plant and skid layouts, including equipment arrangement and piping routing.
• Reviewing vendor, fabricator, and contractor drawings for technical compliance.
• Participating in HAZOPs and design reviews; ensure designs meet codes and standards.
• Supporting fabrication, installation, commissioning, and startup of plants.
• Coordinating technical and on-site activities with multidisciplinary teams and partners.

Skills

Plant design

Process simulation

P&IDs

3D layouts

Equipment sizing

Vendor evaluation

Communication

HAZOP support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng eligibility or license

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

AutoCAD Plant 3D

SolidWorks

Job description

Hydron Energy Inc. in North Vancouver, BC, is seeking a Senior Plant Engineer to lead the design and engineering of gas upgrading and separation plants.

You will develop simulations, P&IDs, BOMs, and 3D layouts, and support fabrication, installation, and commissioning while working with internal teams and external stakeholders. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in plant design.