Operations Process Engineer

KINETIK; Maljamar (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KINETIK in New Mexico is seeking a process engineer to support plant operations, manage MOCs, and participate in PHAs for PSM facilities. You will maintain P&IDs and Cause and Effect charts, and provide design support for new gas processing plants.

The role involves building ProMax models, driving projects, and regular field visits with 1–2 days per week, plus additional trips during commissioning or turnarounds. A BS in engineering and 3–5 years of gas processing experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering is required.
• 3-5 years of experience in process engineering in gas processing facilities is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide process and operational support to plant operations.
• Input and manage MOCs for the process facilities.
• Participate in PHAs for the PSM facilities.
• Maintain P&IDs and Cause and Effect charts for all facilities.
• Provide process engineering support to the Major Projects group in the design of new gas processing plants.
• Build and maintain ProMax simulation models for each plant.
• Manage, scope, and execute projects.
• Expected to make regular plant visits, 1-2 days per week regularly, with further visits during troubleshooting, project implementation/commissioning, and turnarounds.

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering

Job description

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide process and operational support to plant operations.
• Input and manage MOCs for the process facilities.
• Participate in PHAs for the PSM facilities.
• Maintain P&IDs and Cause and Effect charts for all facilities.
• Provide process engineering support to the Major Projects group in the design of new gas processing plants.
• Build and maintain ProMax simulation models for each plant.
• Manage, scope, and execute projects.
• Expected to make regular plant visits, 1-2 days per week regularly, with further plant visits required while troubleshooting plant issues, managing project implementation/commissioning, and/or managing turnaround activities.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in engineering required (Chemical Engineering preferred)
• 3-5 years of experience in process engineering in gas processing facilities.

Working Conditions:

• Field work will involve walking and standing on rough terrain with uneven and slippery surfaces.
• The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet to moderate but may regularly require exposure to loud noises from machinery.
• Will be required to regularly drive to other field facilities within their assigned region.
• Will regularly use a computer to create, record, store, revise and save documentation needed to perform their role.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Ability to work effectively in all working conditions noted above.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25-50 lbs. in a safe manner.
• Ability to talk, listen and speak clearly on a telephone and in-person.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Must live within a150 mile radius of Kinetik work facility