Project Engineer

Project Engineer will develop scope and manage assigned capital projects at the Pace site. This is a part-time position. It includes time in the plant as well as the office, implementing projects driven by personal safety, process safety, environmental compliance, quality, reliability, growth, and/or cost reduction.

* Develop and execute $25k to $5 million capital projects (includes developing scope, conducting project safety reviews, generating cost estimates, serving as project manager when funds are approved, etc). Develop all conceptual design, basic engineering and process-related input for detailed engineering deliverables. Interface with contract project engineering personnel if needed. Projects may address process safety improvement or improvements to process, utilities and/or plant infrastructure.
* Lead and participate in process hazard reviews, LOPA analysis, and plant safety assessments.
* Executing and closing PHA/LOPA recommendations.

* Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
* 10+ years' experience in chemical/petrochemical industry or related industry, in either Engineering or Operations role.
* Commitment to high level of safety and environmental awareness.

Competencies:

* Be a self-starter and a self-motivator with a focus on results.
* Strong collaboration skills.
* Strong process understanding and troubleshooting skills.
* Knowledge of heat exchanger design, simulation, and rating is a plus.
* Knowledge of relief device sizing, specification, and selection are a plus.
* Exhibit good leadership attitudes and behaviors.
* Excellent written, listening, and verbal communication skills.
* Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationship with Operations and Maintenance employees.
* Have a working knowledge of HAZOP and LOPA methodology. Trained facilitator credentials are a plus.
* Ability to read, write and speak in English.

Physical Demands

* Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
* Climbing stairs, driving, sitting, standing, walking, bending, and stooping is required.
* Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator.
* Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.