Sr. Process/Project Engineer
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Our Baton Rouge area client is seeking a Sr. Process/Project Engineer. The position will report to the Engineering Supervisor. You will be responsible for providing process and technical expertise on continuous and batch processes and developing practical solutions to process-related problems. The working environment is a small team, but we must establish and maintain productive working relationships with production engineers, supervisors, R&D, and maintenance. 10% travel is a part of the job requirements. In addition to the local location and other plant locations include Georgia, California, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Washington State.RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitoring junior-level engineers and able to lead small groups working on multiple projects. Monitors project status and pursues corrective action, as required, regarding schedules, budgets, and work quality. Provides regular project updates to crucial plant and corporate stakeholders. Preparing process design packages (heat and material balances, PFDs, P&IDs, control narratives, etc.) for proposed changes and projects. Sizing and specification of process equipment and materials. Develop process description, sequence of operations, and conceptual control strategies. Identifying and developing process improvement ideas and creating initial work scope for future projects. Develops process knowledge for multiple processes and establishes credibility by applying past knowledge or experience. Provide process-related support to operations. Provide process engineering support for capital and expense projects managed by other engineers. Frequently demonstrate highly technical and professional competencies on medium to high-profile projects. Participate in PHA/HAZOP and other regulatory activities. Participate in project commissioning activities and provide technical support to meet project goals. Comfortable with light travel (10%). Other duties as assigned.Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering. 8 years of related experience in engineering design of chemical plants, including hands-on troubleshooting experience. Excellent troubleshooting skills and strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals. Knowledge of piping and equipment codes, product safety standards, etc. Working knowledge of PLC and DCS control systems. Motivated and results-oriented individual. Hands-on doer. A participative engineering style and self-starter. Ability to work independently as well as on a team.