Norco, LA, USA
90 days ago
Process Engineer
Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

 

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

 

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business. important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete designs of process engineering assignments. This work will be performed under general supervision.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

In front end development this role will need to develop the basic data (flow rates, compositions, intermediate & final product specifications, pressure, temperatures, validate the business case justifying the project, etc.) and complete the other front end deliverables (i.e. – economic analysis) necessary for the project to proceed into the next project phase

Prepare mark ups of PFDs and P&IDs

Develop the scope of work to be performed by the engineering firms for the various stage gates.

Is responsible for managing the integrated technical team to deliver the final process design. Ensures the process design team provides the necessary data to finalize documentation as defined by the PCAL/DCAF (site requirements). Examples of PCAP deliverables include: o Feasibility Report o Basis for Design o Process Flow Diagrams and Heat & Material Balance o Line lists o Necessary equipment data sheets o Preliminary and final safeguarding studies o Flare impacts

Expected to fill the Process Engineering TA3 role for specific project deliverables.

Leads and facilitates resolution of key investigations related to process design.

Supports the Project Manager to align key stakeholders.

Will follow the project thru commissioning and start-up phase and will provide process/technical support through the life of the project. (i.e. – OMAR, PHA, MOC, RCM, ESP, 3D model reviews, sign off line lists, participate in MOCs, participate in hazop, review new or modified procedures developed by the project etc.) Dimensions

The position is a technical assurance role

Leadership skills will be further developed. This role will be directing the process engineering team at the engineering office.

This role has many interfaces both inside and outside the manufacturing site. Communication, interpersonal skills, conflict management skills, negotiating skills will be further developed to manage the multiple stakeholders who have varying need and priority.

Provide accurate and useful feedback and coaching to others in a supportive and sensitive manner

Actively seeks out and listen to customer/stakeholder needs and perspectives and asks probing questions as necessary to ensure understanding

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Biochemical, or Petroleum Engineering from an accredited university is required.  

Registration: Professional Engineering registration or CPIP certification is highly preferred.

Experience: This position requires 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in chemical, petroleum, or biochemical process design engineering.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Promotes the culture of working safely and applying safety related concepts into process design.

Basic knowledge of chemical/biochemical process engineering and chemical/biochemical process computer programs.

Familiarity with specifications and installation details of equipment, instrumentation, and piping.

Ability to create accurate process engineering documents from the information provided in vendor equipment data and drawings.

Complete understanding of the skills and experience required to perform process engineering and design functions.

Working knowledge of CAD software preferred, either AutoCAD or Microstation (or both).

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Working knowledge in the use of hydraulic simulation software such as AFT Fathom, AFT Arrow, PIPEPHASE, PIPE-FLO, and/or SiNet.

Working knowledge in the use of process simulation software such as Aspen Plus, Aspen Plus Dynamics, PRO/II, DYNSIM, HYSYS, CHEMCAD, WinGEMS, ProMax, etc.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed and able to provide interoffice execution support with general supervision.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.  

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work. 

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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