Process Modeling and Simulation Engineer

UPM - The Biofore Company; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Helsinki seeks a Chemical Process Modeling specialist to advance our biorefining and refining initiatives. You will design and optimize processes guided by economic performance and sustainability goals, and collaborate across teams to ensure robust modeling.

You will model kinetics and thermodynamics, work with tools like gPROMS, ASPEN Plus, CHEMCAD or HYSYS, and contribute from concept through scale-up in a fast-moving technology environment; English communication is essential and

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in process design and development, preferably in biorefining/chemical industries.
• Experience with Chemical Process Modeling, Analytics or Data Science.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical, fuel, and refining processes based on economic performance and sustainability considerations.
• Model the biorefinery and assess impacts of new installations and retrofits.
• Participate in technology development projects from concept to implementation (scale-up/down).
• Collaborate with team members and technology partners to ensure effective modeling.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

gPROMS

ASPEN Plus

CHEMCAD

HYSYS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical, fuel, and refining processes based on economic performance and sustainability considerations
• Focus on modeling our biorefinery, including assessing the impacts of new installations and retrofits
• Participate in all phases of technology development and investment projects – from early-stage concept development to implementation (e.g. scale-up and scale down)
• Collaborate with team members and technology partners to ensure modeling is achieved effectively and efficiently

Requirements

• You have a degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field
• You bring extensive experience in process design and development, preferably in biorefining, chemical, or process industries
• You have relevant work experience in Chemical Process Modeling, Analytics, Data Science or related fields
• You have experience with simulation programs such as gPROMS, ASPEN Plus, CHEMCAD, or HYSYS (including dynamic simulation)
• You have experience modeling reaction kinetics and thermodynamics
• You are comfortable with the uncertainties (and excitement!) of technology development
• You are fluent in English, have strong communication and presentation skills, and are willing to travel as needed

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Chemical Process Modeling and Development, with a strong focus on biorefining and sustainability. Proficient in using simulation programs and capable of collaborating effectively in technology development projects.