Process Engineer, Principal

Audubon Companies • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Audubon is seeking a Principal Process Engineer to join its Houston, Texas office. The role performs process engineering assignments related to the design of equipment, components, structures, and systems. The engineer prepares and reviews engineering specifications, calculations, models, drawings, and design packages; supports equipment procurement and inspection; and coordinates with clients, vendors, subcontractors, consultants, and design teams.

The position may lead large multidisciplinary projects and manage workflow, schedules, budgets, resources, and client relationships. It also involves site and vendor visits, feasibility and risk assessments, cost and schedule estimates, technical guidance to coworkers, and serving as Engineer in Responsible Charge when assigned. The employee must follow company and client quality, health, safety, security, and environmental requirements, including applicable regulations and professional engineering sealing requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Field experience.
• Industry experience.
• Ability to make decisions and take action to solve problems or reach goals.
• Ability to proactively resolve work-related problems.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as needed.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• At least 15 years of experience.
• Experience leading large multidisciplinary projects.
• Experience with HYSYS, ProMax, or equivalent software.
• Working knowledge of conceptual through detailed design and P&ID development.
• Working knowledge of codes such as API and process design standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare advanced specifications describing client performance requirements, component needs, design requirements, applicable codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
• Prepare engineering sketches, calculations, and analysis models for complex project assignments.
• Review or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Communicate and coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Set expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Follow company quality standards and engineering checking and approval procedures.
• Comply with company and client HSSE standards and applicable federal and local regulations; participate in hazard identification and observation programs and report unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents.
• Coordinate with drafting and design teams to develop and review engineering drawings.
• Visit job sites to evaluate site conditions and project requirements.
• Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements and specifications.
• Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions and bid tabulations for equipment purchases.
• Check engineering drawings and mathematical calculations.
• Apply safe design practices and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Plan and manage workload, budgets, and project resources, requesting assistance as needed.
• Develop, review, or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages.
• Assist in developing internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.
• Assess project feasibility, including materials, costs, and time requirements.
• Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and construction schedules.
• Analyze strategies, equations, and applications; resolve design and development issues.
• Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities.
• Compile discipline-specific man-hour and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client-provided scope.
• Manage and forecast discipline-specific man-hour requirements and schedules.
• Assess project challenges and risks, including construction costs, regulations, environmental hazards, and other factors; undertake appropriate risk-management measures.
• Conduct technical and feasibility studies, including site investigations.
• May lead large multidisciplinary projects and manage day-to-day workflow, delegate assignments, distribute workload, set deadlines, and report work completion to the immediate supervisor.
• Provide feedback to the immediate supervisor about coworker performance and work-related issues.
• Advise and assist coworkers on work techniques, best practices, and subject-matter expertise.
• Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge when assigned and comply with regulations regarding PE sealing requirements for assigned projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal