Process/Project Engineer

Innophos•Lowbanks, ON

11d•CA$90,000 - CA$105,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Process/Project Engineer is primarily responsible for project development, estimation, planning, and execution. In addition, they are responsible for conducting engineering studies concerning the improvement of various aspects of the manufacturing processes and equipment – product quality, reliability, yield, pollution control, work environment, and energy conservation. This engineer will be responsible for most PFD and material balance work as well as basic P&ID development. They shall be involved with any process or product development work that is project related. They will also develop process metrics to evaluate and improve plant performance, provide start-up assistance, assist maintenance employees, troubleshooting, etc.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering – Chemical; P Eng. preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience in chemical or GMP and/or FDA facility or experience working in an industrial environment
Must reside within reasonable commuting distance to the plant or are planning to relocate prior to starting work
A good working knowledge of product equipment and processes and safety measures that are unique and necessary in chemical manufacturing
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
Ability to work with limited supervision, being a self -starter, and having a questioning attitude is a key part of this job
Knowledge of industrial maintenance techniques, understanding of good engineering and safety practices
Ability to manage budget and to estimate costs related to various projects
Ability to manage and execute capital projects
Strong teamwork skills to collaborate with colleagues and to support the maintenance teams

Responsibilities

Provides 24/7 technical and general supervisory support to any contractors or plant personnel involved with their projects
Provides material balances, PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment calculations for all projects at Port Maitland. If outside expertise is needed, this engineer will coordinate and review the necessary outside services
Serves as project manager on projects. Responsible for the development, implementation, and management of any projects assigned to them as their project. Supervise plant personnel and contractors and be responsible for the conduct and work product of the contractors performing on their project
Works on projects related to key environmental and sustainability programs
Provide scope, cost estimation, request capital money, supervise fieldwork and conduct commissioning
Support activities in the maintenance department
Responsible for improving integrity and reliability of equipment
Provide technical leadership for employees in implementing long term solutions to recurrent problems
Responsible for the financial performance of assigned projects as well as all associated paperwork
Studies methods in current use to do process calculations and makes improvements and/or develops new methods as needed
Carry out troubleshooting activities and investigate special production problems in the existing manufacturing plants
Completes all pertinent safety reviews for project and process changes
Prepare sections of operating manuals as needed for project start-up or process changes
Establish and maintain a good working relationship with equipment vendors, contractors, and plant personnel as necessary to carry out job functions
Size and design process equipment, vessels, piping, ductwork, and process control systems
Prepare equipment and contractor specifications, write requests for quotes, evaluate bids, and prepare purchase orders
Establish and maintain a complete up-to-date unit by unit process record in the form of P&IDs
Study and improve process conditions