Process Engineer: Decarbonization & Digital Twin Expert

Fisher & Ludlow Div Of Harris Steel Ltd.; Convent (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucor in the United States is seeking a Senior Chemical/Energy Engineer to lead process development for decarbonization and efficient chemical processes across direct reduction technologies. You will design, analyze, and optimize HYL/ Energiron reactor systems, and develop digital twins for DRI production using Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, and ProMax.

Responsibilities include leading safety-focused process improvements, performing thermodynamic simulations, and coordinating multi-disciplinary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or foreign equivalent in Chemical or Energy Engineering with 3 years of experience in designing, analyzing, and optimizing chemical processes.
• Experience with hydrogen-rich gas systems, decarbonization strategies, and thermodynamic simulations.
• Experience with Tenova HYL technology, digital twin models, and process safety practices (HAZOP).

Responsibilities

• Lead process development for decarbonization and efficient chemical processes.
• Design and optimize Tenova HYL direct reduction reactor and related systems.
• Develop digital twins for DRI processes using Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, and ProMax.
• Conduct HAZOP risk assessments and ensure compliance with ASME, TEMA and API standards.

Skills

Process optimization

Thermodynamics

HAZOP

Digital twin modeling

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Energy Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

Aspen HYSYS

ProMax

Job description

Nucor in the United States is seeking a Senior Chemical/Energy Engineer to lead process development for decarbonization and efficient chemical processes across direct reduction technologies. You will design, analyze, and optimize HYL/ Energiron reactor systems, and develop digital twins for DRI production using Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, and ProMax.

Responsibilities include leading safety-focused process improvements, performing thermodynamic simulations, and coordinating multi-disciplinary