Senior Process Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

• An expert in water and wastewater treatment field with experience of primary and storm treatment processes, activated sludge, biological filtration, settlement, package systems, membrane systems, sludge thickening dewatering and disposal, odour control and modelling, clean water treatment and chemical dosing plants.
• Undertake process flow diagrams and P&ID’s.
• Complete process engineering calculations and simulation.
• Design survey and assessments of existing process/equipment.
• Feasibility and Optioneering Studies.
• Hazard Identification Studies (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA etc.).
• Communicate effectively with clients and key stakeholders.
• Ensure all technical documents and data are prepared and structured in accordance with relevant design standards and legislation.
• Ensure the design satisfies all operational and safety requirements.
• Check and verify engineering documents in line with the technical and quality plan.
• Providing documentation and drawing deliverables on time to meet project deadlines.
• Knowledge of FMEA (Failure Mode Effect Analysis) techniques would be advantageous.
• Assisting with the checking and reviewing the work of peers and junior staff.
• Able to provide process commissioning support to site team.
• Able to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Provides guidance to entry level engineers.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum 10 years experience in design consultancy.

Qualifications

Degree educated or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or similar.

Chartered Engineer or working towards a recognized industry qualification.

Desired candidate profile

1. Process Design and Optimization

• Process Flow Design: Designing and developing efficient, scalable, and safe processes for the production or manufacturing of products, from concept to final implementation.
• Process Simulation: Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS, ProSim) to model, simulate, and optimize chemical, mechanical, and production processes.
• Energy Efficiency: Identifying opportunities for energy optimization in processes, ensuring that production systems are energy-efficient and cost-effective.
• Cost Reduction: Implementing process improvements to reduce production costs, waste, and downtime while maximizing output and efficiency.
• Process Troubleshooting: Identifying issues in existing processes and developing solutions to resolve inefficiencies, improve product quality, or minimize environmental impacts.

2. Technical Expertise

• Process Control Systems: Deep understanding of process control systems (e.g., PID controllers, DCS, SCADA) for automating and monitoring industrial processes to ensure smooth operations.
• Chemical Engineering Knowledge: Expertise in chemical engineering principles, including mass and energy balance calculations, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and reaction engineering, particularly for chemical process industries.
• Mechanical and Electrical Knowledge: Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems used in process engineering, including pumps, compressors, turbines, heat exchangers, and electrical drives.
• Advanced Software Proficiency: Mastery of design and simulation tools like AutoCAD, MATLAB, Simulink, and specialized engineering software for process design and modeling.

3. Project Management and Leadership

• Project Leadership: Leading teams of engineers, technicians, and project managers to execute complex process engineering projects, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with other departments, such as manufacturing, safety, quality control, and procurement, to ensure that projects align with business goals and meet technical requirements.
• Client and Stakeholder Management: Communicating with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs, present project updates, and propose solutions to meet project objectives.
• Resource Management: Ensuring that projects are executed within budget and on schedule by managing resources efficiently, such as personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Risk Management: Identifying and managing potential risks throughout the project lifecycle and ensuring the process design adheres to safety standards.

4. Health, Safety, and Environmental Standards

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that processes comply with local, national, and international regulatory standards and environmental laws, such as OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), and ISO standards.
• Safety Standards: Prioritizing safety in process design by conducting hazard analyses (e.g., HAZOP, FMEA) and implementing safeguards, alarms, and interlocks to prevent accidents.
• Environmental Impact: Designing processes that minimize environmental impact, such as waste generation, emissions, and energy consumption. Familiarity with green manufacturing practices and sustainability initiatives is often an asset.