Senior Process Engineer

Northstar Energy Services • Houston, TX

295d

About The Position

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is based in Channelview, TX and provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation. NorthStar possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications. Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

Requirements

• US citizen or Permanent Resident, or Green card holder.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Petroleum or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in Pipe-Flo and/or Aspen HYSYS and/or UNISIM, capable of model development.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, capable of independent PID development.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in the midstream energy or petrochemical sector.

Nice To Haves

• Extreme attention to detail, process orientation, and relentless focus on accuracy with a sense of urgency towards project objectives.
• Strong work ethic and ability to establish priorities among drawing deliverables.
• Self-directed and self-motivated with the ability to work independently or with engineering and design teams of other disciplines.
• Ability to react promptly and efficiently shift priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written as well as presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations, and execute design activities necessary to satisfy the following Process/Process Controls project elements.
• Developing industry standards calculations for systems such as chemical balance, pipe flow rates, compression, maximum intended inventory, and over pressure protection.
• Develop sizing information and generate data sheets for various process equipment.
• Independent generation of process and controls schematics, including: Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Ensure compliance with Company and Industry Standards.
• General experience in the detailed design or selection of equipment/systems such as Compressor Stations, Meter Stations, Crude Oil Booster Pump Stations, Storage Facilities, Centrifugal Pump Design, Meters, Restrictive Orifices, and Control Valves.
• Familiarity in the application of various codes/standards including Title 49 CFR Parts 190-199, 40 CFR 112, 40 CFR 264, ASME BPVC-VII Pressure Vessel, API 620, API 650, API 12C Tank Design, and Piping Design Systems.
• Coordinate and communicate project-specific process deliverables with team members of all disciplines.
• Research, review, and design integration of Company Standards, Municipality Requirements, and Regulatory Codes as it pertains to project deliverables.
• Perform independent QA/QC of drawing deliverables.
• Review other discipline deliverables to ensure process designs are properly executed and align with project objectives.
• Perform field related work to obtain design pertinent information as needed.
• Review and respond to project RFI's throughout project-life.
• Review detailed third-party vendor drawings to ensure compatibility with intended design.

Benefits

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting.
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA.
• Short term and long term benefits.
• Employee discounts on consumer goods.
• Flex-start schedule.
• PTO and 8 paid holidays.
• Continued education budget.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree