Lead Process Engineer

Genesis Oil and Gas Consultants; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management consultancy is seeking a Lead Process Engineer in Houston to enhance oil and gas project designs through advanced process modeling. This role requires a qualified engineer with significant field experience, as well as strong technical and communication skills to work in a dynamic team environment. Join us to drive innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of process or facilities engineering experience in upstream oil and gas.
• Strong knowledge of offshore/onshore production systems.
• Experience with debottlenecking and design evaluations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop process models and size major equipment.
• Assist with proposals and preparation of man-hour estimates.
• Support studies for upstream oil and gas projects.

Skills

Process simulation

Technical writing

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering or Petroleum/Natural Gas Engineering

Tools

ASPEN Hysys

ProMax

Excel

PowerBI

SQL DB

Job description

West Memorial Place 2 9th -14th floor, 15377 Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77079, Houston, Texas, 77079, US

• Locations West Memorial Place 2 9th -14th floor, 15377 Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77079, Houston, Texas, 77079, US

Job Description

At Genesis, we are our clients’ trusted advisors on the journey to a sustainable future. For over 30 years, Genesis has developed an unrivalled track record and reputation for high-quality, high-impact solutions. We work in true partnership with our clients and are problem solvers who are at the forefront of innovation and technology; our world-class experience, individual expertise and collective wisdom are what differentiates us. This is why we have been recognized by the Financial Times in the UK and Forbes globally as the world’s leading management consultancy.

Genesis is a wholly ownedTechnip Energies company and operates independently, providing clients with impartial, effective, and value-driven engineering solutions.

Since 1988, we have provided the energy industry with innovative and assured front-end engineering solutions and effective project execution services. In agreement with our clients, and to the benefit of the development or project, we can access the global expertise of Technip Energies, consisting of 15,000+ personnel across the globe. With access to such a knowledge base, we are confident that we can meet the challenges of the energy industry.

From Engineers and Specialists to Project Managers and Support Staff, our 1000+ people spread across 12 countries, thrive in a dynamic, proactive business where inherent safety and maximizing sustainability are key beliefs. A deep sense of Team where global collaboration is the top priority fuels a working environment of knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovative thinking.

If you share our determination to drive the transition to a low-carbon future, then this could be the job for you. We are currently seeking a Lead Process Engineer reporting directly to the Delivery Manager, to join our team based in Houston, Texas.

Purpose:

The Lead Process Engineer will develop process models and sizing of major equipment to assist in conceptual studies, feasibility studies, Pre-FEED, FEED and Brownfield studies. Provides support to Development Planning studies across a range of upstream onshore/offshore oil and gas projects. Supports other engineering projects as needed based on her/his specific competencies and skills. Liaise with subject matter experts across a wide range of disciplines.

Role Responsibility:

• Executing study activities under the supervision of the Study Manager
• Assist with the preparation of process discipline manhour estimates for proposals.
• Developing process simulation models for upstream oil and gas processing and export, PFDs, H&MBs and P&IDs development.
• Sizing of Unit Operations using inhouse tools, ASPEN Hysys, ProMax, or other software
• Preparing study deliverables such as process design basis, technical reports, process schematics, descriptions, and presenting simulation results in a simplified manner
• Provide support for downstream or sustainable energies studies

Requirements:

• Holds an engineering degree in Chemical Engineering or Petroleum/Natural Gas Engineering.
• Minimum 5-10 years of process engineering or facilities engineering experience within the upstream oil and gas industry working in a capital project and/or in operations environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of offshore and onshore oil & gas production/processing systems. Experience working with or supporting equipment material requisitions such as pumps, compressors as well as auxiliaries such as turbines will be a plus.
• Performed both steady state and transient process simulations.
• Debottlenecking experience of existing facilities would be a plus.
• Basic knowledge of LNG processes, Hydrogen, CCUS and energy transition experience would be a plus.
• Experience in identification, evaluation, and recommendation of concept options, e.g. process design, brownfield modifications would be a plus.
• Basic understanding of project economics and cost estimating
• Understanding of conceptual engineering, strong process modelling experience would be a plus.
• Previous experience with AACE class 4/5 estimating tools will be a plus.
• Competency with Excel and Excel-based tools
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools, PowerBI, SQL DB, AI/ML algorithms is a plus
• Strong technical writing skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.

What’s Next?

Once receiving your system application, the Recruiting Team will screen and match your skills, experience, and potential team fit against the role requirements. We ask for your patience as the team completes the volume of applications within a reasonable timeframe.

Check your application progress periodically via personal account from created candidate profile during your application.

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It is the policy of Technip Energies to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law at the Technip Energies location to which this application is submitted. In Addition, as a Federal Government contractor, Technip Energies is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources Department.