About this opportunity
Melland Consulting, LLC lists this Senior Process Engineer opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Process Engineer – Cryogenic NGL Recovery Specialist
Company: Melland Engineering & Consulting
Location: Houston, TX (In Office, 25% travel to West Texas required)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 5-10 years
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer with deep, hands-on experience in Cryogenic NGL recovery and natural gas processing facilities . This role requires strong operational and engineering expertise in cryogenic gas plants, with ownership of troubleshooting, optimization, and debottlenecking of NGL recovery systems.
The ideal candidate will act as a technical authority for cryogenic gas processing performance , driving improvements in recovery efficiency, reliability, and plant throughput.
Must-Have Experience
Direct experience with Cryogenic NGL recovery plants (required)
Strong background in natural gas processing, turboexpander systems, or cryogenic gas fractionation
Proven experience in plant troubleshooting, optimization, and debottlenecking
Hands-on experience with Aspen HYSYS and/or UniSim
Strong understanding of:Heat & material balances
Refrigeration cycles
Gas separation processes
Key Responsibilities
Cryogenic Process Engineering
Develop and validate process deliverables including:PFDs and P&IDs
Heat & material balances
Hydraulic and equipment sizing calculations
Process datasheets and operating cases
Perform process simulation and performance modeling using Aspen HYSYS / UniSim
Analyze cryogenic system behavior including turboexpander and JT valve performance
Lead troubleshooting of cryogenic NGL recovery units and gas processing facilities
Identify opportunities to improve:NGL recovery efficiency
Plant throughput and reliability
Energy and refrigeration system performance
Support commissioning, startup, and stabilization of cryogenic plants
Work directly with operations to resolve performance issues in real time
Technical Leadership
Serve as technical authority for cryogenic process design and plant performance
Review engineering deliverables for accuracy, operability, and process integrity
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and multidisciplinary teams
Ensure process design intent is maintained across engineering disciplines
Project Execution & Coordination
Manage multiple complex cryogenic and gas processing projects simultaneously
Coordinate across mechanical, instrumentation, and operations teams
Ensure alignment of scope, schedule, cost, and technical objectives
Communicate with project managers, clients, and field operations teams
Standards, Quality & Continuous Improvement
Apply and improve engineering standards for gas processing and cryogenic systems
Ensure compliance with engineering codes and company quality systems
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on plant performance
Communicate technical findings and recommendations to leadership
Client & Field Interface
Interface directly with clients and operating teams to understand plant constraints
Translate operational issues into engineering solutions
Support business development and technical discussions when required
Ideal Candidate Profile
Senior-level process engineer with strong cryogenic gas plant experience
Strong field exposure in gas processing operations
Skilled in troubleshooting and improving live plant performance
Comfortable bridging operations and engineering teams
Strong communicator with operators, engineers, and clients
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
Opportunities for professional growth and development in the natural gas industry.
A collaborative and innovative work environment with exposure to cutting-edge projects.
Support for new graduates through mentorship and hands-on training.
Melland Engineering & Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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