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Grapevineenergy lists this Senior Process Engineer opportunity in bakersfield, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Senior Process Engineer
Full Time Professional 6451 ROSEDALE, Bakersfield, CA, US
30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1147
Salary Range: $138,000.00 To $197,000.00 Annually
Job Summary:
The Senior Process Engineer provides technical support for refinery operations. They are responsible unit monitoring, daily troubleshooting, operations support, process optimization, and development of small capital projects / modifications to existing units.
Essential Functions:
Oversee day-to-day operational performance and optimization to ensure safe operations and that, regulatory, commercial, and logistical requirements are met
Monitor catalyst health and proactively report catalyst performance and end of run projections. Work closely with the catalyst supplier when needed.
Identify opportunities for improvement (proactively and reactively)
Participate in alarm rationalization (AOA)
Inspect field equipment installation according to the design and fabricator’s specifications during unit outages and upgrades.
Inspect vessel internals for proper installation and tolerances of components
Work with engineering and operations personnel to troubleshoot process upsets in and provide feedback on RCA (root cause analysis) reports as needed.
Work with vendors, licensors, and contractors to support debottlenecking, optimization, and troubleshooting as needed to maintain safe and reliable operations.
Provide operational technical support during test runs, commissioning, startups and shutdowns
Monitor daily process indicators and communicate performance, optimization opportunities, and environmental performance. Daily interaction and communication with field and board/console operators.
Assist troubleshooting efforts with upsets, product quality incidents, meeting production plans, etc.
Provide after-hours support when appropriate – emergency call out, etc.
Utilize Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as part of routine reporting (WABT curve, fouling, chemical and catalyst budgets, yields, etc.)
Manage catalyst performance and coordinate catalyst change timing.
Develop justification and work scope for T/A and routine maintenance – specifically catalyst changeout, exchanger cleaning, furnace pigging, etc.
Publish technical recommendation memos and turnaround reports
Support T/A with potential extended work schedules and/or night shifts as appropriate
Support/review operations procedures for start-up and shutdown
Review and approve vendor chemical programs
Small to medium capital project process engineering support
Lead and participate in the MOC process and participate in hazard reviews (What-Ifs, HAZOPs), support Process Safety Information (PSI) and troubleshooting
Support unit operation within environmental limits
Perform environmental calculations (leaks, maximum intended inventory, etc.)
Lead investigations for process related events
Maintain current work lists with priorities
Perform other tasks as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful
Proven ability to provide process engineering support for large complex industrial projects
Familiarity with applicable health and safety regulations
Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Proficient with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
Education and Experience:
BS Chemical Engineering degree
MS and/or PhD Engineering degree, preferably in Chemical , preferred
10+ years of process engineering operations support experience in petrochemical, refining, and/or renewable fuels processing.
Experience with renewable diesel production, hydroprocessing , hydrogen production, and gas plant equipment and ancillary support systems preferred
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Prolonged periods of standing and walking
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods of time
Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring equipment and materials
Ability to work in confined spaces and wear self-contained breathing apparatus
Must be able to climb ladders and or stairs on tanks, vessels and structures; wear respirator; work around equipment containing high pressures and temperatures and various chemicals
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Grapevine Operating Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Worksite address
bakersfield, CA, 93399, US
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