Process Engineer II

externalcvrenergy; Wynnewood (OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CVR Energy is seeking a Chemical Engineer with 2+ years of refinery experience to support operations, monitor product specifications, and assist in capital project design. You will work with engineering and operations teams to optimize processes and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Chemical Engineering (MS preferred), proficiency in process simulation tools, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in oil refinery process engineering or operations.
• Experience with capital and operating cost estimating and economic analysis is preferred.
• Experience with flow sheet development, equipment sizing, pressure relief, hydraulic calculations, PHA, process simulations and studies.
• Ability to set up and maintain unit monitoring spreadsheets with mass, heat and material balances.
• Strong computer skills including Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of HYSYS, PRO-II, PROMAX, VBA, MATLAB preferred.
• Understanding of mechanical equipment, PFDs and P&IDs.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Plan Operations and unit monitoring.
• Assist in design and development of capital projects and optimization.
• Collaborate with operators and engineers to troubleshoot and develop process controls.
• Coordinate with drafting and engineers for equipment sizing and design.
• Support process catalysts, chemicals bidding and vendor information flow.
• Assist in planning unit shutdowns and startups and provide data to vendors or maintenance.
• Track performance with spreadsheets and share data with project teams.
• Support expansion projects by supplying lab and operation data to engineering groups.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Masters in Chemical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

HYSYS

PRO-II

PROMAX

VBA

MATLAB

Excel

Word

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Process Engineering Supervisor, support the Operations Superintendent in monitoring the product specifications. Small capital project design & development to increase the productivity and efficiency of the refinery. Provide assistance to Project Engineering and outside consultants and firms in monitoring efficiency and expansion purposes. Provide support for Operations in unit monitoring & optimization to achieve the refinery’s goals. Provide support to the Process Safety Management group in supporting process safety and adherence to regulatory requirements.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering. Prefer Masters in Chemical Engineering.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of experience in oil refinery process engineering or operations required
• Experience with capital and operating cost estimating and economic analysis is preferred
• Experience with flow sheet development, equipment selection and sizing, pressure relief system calculation, general hydraulic calculation, PHA, process simulations and process selection studies is highly desirable
• Possess the ability to set up and maintain unit monitoring spreadsheets that include mass, heat and material balances and conversion calculation. Strong computer skills with Excel, Word and other Microsoft functions
• Knowledge and skills with HYSYS, PRO-II, PROMAX, VBA, MATLAB is preferred
• Have a good understanding of mechanical, machinery and towers
• Strong mathematical, reasoning, and problem-solving understanding of P&ID's and PFD's
• Fluent in English, oral and written required.
• Ability to adjust schedule to meet business needs.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide technical support for the Plan Operations
• Will be assigned to a specific unit) s) within the refinery with responsibilities of daily monitoring and troubleshooting of the area(s), process optimization, design and development of capital projects
• Will work in a team environment with operators and engineers to maintain and troubleshoot problems as well as develop advanced applications for the process units
• Small projects scope of work and working directly with Drafting and other Engineers in order to receive appropriate design and size of the equipment needed
• Provide support for Process Catalysts and Chemicals bidding. Contacting vendors for information and to provide vendors with appropriate information
• Assist in the planning of unit shutdowns and startups. Administering plant performance test runs as needed, provide any operational data or drawings required to vendors or maintenance if needed
• Data performance tracking with spreadsheets or providing information to vendors
• Provide information to Project Engineering for expansion purposes. Collect Lab Data or Operation Data to provide to the Project Engineering group or outside vendors
• Work with Computer personnel with TDCIAPC control system to help improve monitoring
• Research and monitor upcoming technology changes to improve future strategies within the Refinery
• Regularly communicate with supervisor work progress, concerns and questions
• Exposure to work near potentially volatile and combustible materials and chemicals

Please note that this list is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties/responsibilities, but an overview of the like tasks that this person will be required to be able to execute.

EXPECTED RESULTS

• Ensure safety, environmental compliance, Reliability and Operating Excellence
• Ensure product specifications are being met
• Reduce down time, proper bidding and thorough planningOptimize the Process, Design and Development of Capital Projects
• Embrace positive change, promote safety, drive inclusive behaviors, and support sustainable reliability
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

CVR Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply.