Process Engineering Associate III

Audubon Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies is seeking a Process Engineering Associate III to join our Houston, TX office. The Process Engineer will execute assignments related to designing equipment, components, structures or systems, in alignment with client performance and design codes.

Under supervision, you’ll prepare specifications, perform calculations and develop models for moderately complex projects. You’ll review vendor drawings, interact with clients and vendors, and ensure projects meet schedule, budget and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
• ABET Accredited Institution preferred.
• Chemical Engineering degree preferred.
• PE license required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience preferred.
• HYSYS, ProMax experience preferred.
• Knowledge of API codes and P&ID development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic to advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, component needs, design requirements, design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
• Prepare sketches, perform calculations and develop models for moderately complex projects.
• Review vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Interact with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Adhere to quality standards and engineering checking procedures.
• Comply with HSSE standards and regulations.
• Identify hazards and report unsafe acts or incidents.
• Interact with design groups to develop and review drawings.
• Visit job-sites to evaluate requirements and conditions.
• Inspect equipment at vendor facilities for compliance with specs.
• Prepare inquiries and bid tabulations for equipment purchases.
• Check engineering drawings and calculations.
• Focus on safe design and cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage workload and project resources; escalate as needed.
• Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned and ensure PE sealing where required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

ABET Accreditation preferred

Chemical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

HYSYS

ProMax

Job description

Audubon is currently seeking a Process Engineering Associate III to join our team in our Houston, TX Office. The Process Engineer will perform process engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, structures or systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under general supervision, prepare basic to advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
• Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations and develop analysis models for moderately complex project assignments.
• Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
• Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget.
• Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.
• Interact with drafting/design group to develop and review engineering drawings.
• Visit job-sites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions.
• Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications.
• Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases.
• Perform checking of engineering drawings and mathematical calculations.
• Adhere to safe design practices, while focusing on identifying cost saving opportunities.
• Manage workload, budgets and project resources, requesting assistance as necessary.
• Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
• Bachelor’s Degree from ABET Accredited Institution preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering preferred.
• PE license required.
• Field experience preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience preferred.
• HYSYS, ProMax or equivalent software experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of conceptual through detailed design and P&ID development preferred.
• Working knowledge of codes (API, etc.) and Process design standards preferred.
• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled