Process Engineer - Optimize & Lead Plant Improvements

Methanex; Nederland (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Methanex Texas is seeking a Process Engineer to troubleshoot and optimize methanol and ammonia operations, applying technical knowledge to resolve issues safely and improve plant performance. This role emphasizes independent work, professional conduct, and communication across site teams to enhance technical capabilities throughout operations.

Required is a BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and 2+ years in a continuous process industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• 2+ years of experience preferred, in a continuous process industry, preferably chemicals or oil refining.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot problems within the Methanol and Ammonia manufacturing facilities.
• Monitor performance of processes through all stages of production interacting daily with the operations group.
• Identify ways to optimize performance or to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Conduct research to develop new and cost-effective ways of solving common operating issues.
• Participate in the development and management of area plant improvement projects.
• Design, plan, and execute approved project assignments.
• Monitor and at times direct activities to ensure construction, installation, and testing match the specifications of assigned projects.
• Provide production progress reports and plant efficiency studies as requested by management.
• Collect data and work with catalyst providers to evaluate catalyst performance ensuring catalyst efficiencies are understood and that catalyst life is projected for future turnaround planning.
• Develop or update as needed process flow diagrams and process and instrumentation drawings.
• Lead the Management of change process for most operational and process technical changes.
• Lead MOC and small capital project related Hazop Studies.
• Participate in 5-year cyclical unit wide PHA studies.
• Develop process operating procedures and limits to be employed by the operations group.
• Effectively communicate with all branches of the organization and assists other Departments as necessary.
• Always present a professional image.
• Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.

Skills

Engineering & Tech

Production & Processing

Complex Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Judgment & Decision Making

Systems Evaluation

Education

BS in Chemical or Mechanical Eng.

2+ years in continuous process industry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Methanex Texas is seeking a Process Engineer to troubleshoot and optimize methanol and ammonia operations, applying technical knowledge to resolve issues safely and improve plant performance. This role emphasizes independent work, professional conduct, and communication across site teams to enhance technical capabilities throughout operations.

Required is a BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and 2+ years in a continuous process industry.