Process Engineering Associate IV

auduboncorporatecareers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon is seeking a Process Engineering Associate IV in Houston, TX to perform advanced process-engineering assignments for designing equipment and systems. You will prepare specifications, sketches, calculations, and analysis models for moderately complex projects, and review vendor drawings against project requirements.

The role requires collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and other engineers, with a focus on meeting schedule and budget while adhering to HSSE standards and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required (Chemical Engineering preferred).
• ABET-accredited degree preferred.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Field experience preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience preferred.
• HYSYS, ProMax or equivalent software experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of API codes and process design standards preferred.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions to meet goals.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal guidance, prepare intermediate 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 calculations and develop analysis models for moderately complex projects.
• Review and approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Interact with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
• Set realistic expectations and ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Adhere to HSSE standards and company quality procedures.
• 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.

Skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Instruction comprehension

Education

ABET Accredited Institution

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

HYSYS

ProMax

Job description

Audubon is currently seeking a Process Engineering Associate IV to join our Team in our Houston, TX office. The Process Engineering Associate IV will perform process-engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, structures or systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under minimal guidance, prepare intermediate 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.
• Develop, review and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages.
• Assist in the development of internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.
• Resolve project design issues.
• Compile discipline-specific man-hour estimates and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client provided project scope.
• Manage and forecast man-hour requirements and schedules associated with discipline-specific project scope.
• May lead small scope projects and manage day to day workflow within a group or project; may delegate assignments, distribute workload, establish work deadlines, and issue reports to immediate supervisor regarding completion of work.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• Bachelor's Degree from ABET Accredited Institution preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.
• Field experience preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience preferred.
• Small/medium project lead 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

No recruiters please!