Utilities Engineer

Monument Chemical•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utilities Engineer monitors utility-system conditions, ensures optimal and efficient performance, guides investment priorities, leads change, implements enhancements, and is responsible for the operational excellence of plant utilities across Monument Chemical's Gulf Coast sites. Systems within the role's scope include fresh-water makeup and treatment, cooling water, steam generation and distribution, condensate collection and return, wastewater, nitrogen, fuel gas, and flare systems.

Requirements

Required Bachelor's Degree Chemical Engineering from an accredited university
Required 2-5 years of relevant experience
Strong knowledge of utility design, construction, and contract administration procedures.
Knowledge of effective engineering specifications and applicable state and federal utility regulations.
Ability to size lines, pumps, control valves, and pressure safety valves (PSVs), and evaluate pressure vessels and heat exchangers.
Competence in basic chemical-engineering calculations and heat-and-material balances.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Visio, Bluebeam, and process-simulation applications.
Knowledge of process-control and safety instrumented system (SIS) design.
Familiarity with process-control infrastructure, field devices, communication systems, and junction boxes.
Knowledge of industrial flow- and level-measurement technologies.
Familiarity with applicable standards and codes, including API, ASME, NFPA, and OSHA requirements.
Knowledge of tank operations, including filling, emptying, pressure control, level control, and overfill protection.
Knowledge of truck and rail loading and unloading operations, including protective systems.
Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for tasks as required. FRC uniform, hard hat, safety toe work boots, safety glasses, gloves etc.

Nice To Haves

Preferred 10+ years of relevant experience
Strong knowledge of systems such as: Various water treatment processes, including filtration, Ion-Exchange; Steam boilers, De-Aerators, Steam Let downs and Distribution; Condensate return
Proficiency with widely used process-simulation software, such as Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, Pro/II, or ChemCAD.
Basic knowledge of distillation columns, reboilers, condensers, process control, loading and unloading facilities, and tank design.
Strong interest in digital transformation.
Proficiency with SharePoint and collaborative tools, including SharePoint Lists, Power BI, Microsoft Planner, and Visio.

Responsibilities

Identify and correct utility inefficiencies, limitations and make recommendations for utility expansion, if needed.
Develops and maintains utility balances
Supports and provides input to Capital projects
Provide guidelines for troubleshooting or utilities savings opportunities.
Identify and correct wastewater inefficiencies and limitations that could affect future growth.
Identify any significant utility and process equipment/piping/tankage etc. that are nearing the end of their life cycle and should be considered for repairs/replacement/ upgrades. Multiyear capital planning.
Identify any systems that are in place that do not follow RAGAGEP and make recommendations to repair/replace/upgrade as needed.
Reviews work of contracted engineering personnel involved in the design and review of utilities and related infrastructure and prepares cost estimates for projects.
Review utilities contracts for long term agreements.
Participates as a member of the organizational leadership team; researches, recommends and prepares policies, plans, concepts and future expansion.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.