Process Engineer

Koch Modular; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Modular is seeking a Chemical Engineer to design, support and troubleshoot distillation and extraction pilot tests at our Houston facility. You will perform process engineering on projects, proposals and studies under supervision, applying solid engineering judgment and scheduling the work effectively.

Essential duties include pilot testing, process simulations, PFD creation, equipment design and control specification, as well as startup support and client training as needed.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering with 3–10 years of related work experience.
• Experience in a plant or pilot testing facility.
• Process simulation modeling skills; Aspen/HYSYS/Pro II familiarity is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization and time management.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, support and troubleshoot distillation and extraction pilot tests.
• Develop simulations of chemical process systems for tests and projects.
• Create PFDs with material and energy balances.
• Design equipment and specify process vessels, heat exchangers and towers.
• Select instrumentation, controls and perform line-sizing calculations.
• Define control logic and automated sequencing; prepare operating manuals.
• Support projects with field inspections and startup participation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Chemical engineering degree (BS or MS)

Tools

Aspen

HYSYS

Pro II

MS Office

Job description

Design, support and troubleshoot distillation and extraction pilot tests at our Houston pilot plant facility.Perform process engineering on projects, proposals, and studies under the general supervision of lead engineers. Display good engineering judgment and demonstrate the ability to schedule and estimate the work effort.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with lab/pilot testing. This includes pilot test design, engineering support, and troubleshooting.
• Development of simulations of chemical process systems for tests and projects.
• PFD development with material and energy balances
• Equipment design and specification of process vessels, heat exchangers, decanters, pumps, compressors and mass transfer equipment including fractionation towers/internals.
• Specification and selection of instrumentation and controls
• Preparation of utility balances, and hydraulic calculations / line-sizing.
• Definition of controls logic and automated sequencing.
• Preparation of operating manuals.
• Project support including assistance with field inspections
• Participate in start-ups and client operator training.
• Troubleshooting and evaluation of existing systems
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

• BS or MS degree in Chemical engineering as well as 3 to 10 years of related work experience.
• Experience in a plant environment or pilot testing facility.
• Process simulation modeling skills required. Prior knowledge of Aspen, Hysys or Pro II is a plus.
• Displays good engineering judgment.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, as well as all engineering computer tools.
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal), and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must possess creative problem-solving skills, organization and time management skills, and high attention to detail.
• Ability to interact successfully with internal and external clients.

This job description does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a strong advocate of workforce diversity.

Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran