Principal Process Engineer - Licensed PE
1 month ago
Houston
Job Description Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Principal Process Engineer to join our dynamic team at thyssenkrupp nucera USA. This role requires a Professional Engineer (PE) license and expertise in chemical process engineering. This candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing processes related to green hydrogen and chlor-alkali production while ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions. Key Responsibilities: • Provide subject matter expertise within the process engineering team, focusing on alkaline water electrolysis (AWE) systems for green hydrogen, chlor-alkali, and hydrogen chloride/hydrochloric acid (HCI) electrolysis., • Support & review the production of deliverables to fulfill project needs, working individually or as part of a team depending on project size and scope., • Develops the process deliverables, including Basis of Design, process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), heat and mass balances, material selection diagrams, equipment lists, consumer lists, process control strategies, utility consumption lists, process data for equipment, fluid lists, line lists, and operation manuals., • Review and certify engineering documents, drawings, and designs (including PFDs, P&IDs, specifications, and reports) to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements as a Licensed Professional Engineer., • Ensure process engineering deliverables meet project requirements, safety regulations, and industry standards., • Coordinates and supports design activities between disciplines to ensure a comprehensive and integrated design package., • Acts as the technical contact for client, design team, third-party, and vendor communication related to Process Design., • Participates in model, design, maintenance, and operability reviews., • Ensures strict compliance with specifications and codes for North American installations., • Reviews and provides expert comments on vendor packages developed by third-party suppliers., • Manages third-party supplier interfaces as required, including checking drawings, specifications, and calculations, and providing technical input into vendor review and selection processes., • Experience with process simulation tools (Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or similar) and object-based engineering tools like COMOS & AutoCAD design tools., • Ability to work in a cross-functional team and communicate complex technical concepts effectively., • Familiarity with process safety management (PSM), HAZOP, and risk assessment., • Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and mass transfer., • Comprehensive knowledge of chemical processes including static equipment and piping systems (preferred: electrolysis technology), • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office software., • Ability to travel as required (10-20%), • Proficient in communicating within the project team and working with team members across all disciplines to produce a comprehensive engineering package., • Professional Licensure: Must hold a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas., • Education: Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline., • Experience: Minimum of 8 years in process engineering within electrolysis, chemical, or energy industries., • Licensure Mobility: Completion of NCEES Record to support multi-state PE license transfers.Preferred Qualifications:, • Professional Licensure: Licensure in Louisiana and Arizona., • Education: Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline., • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer., • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times., • Flat hierarchies and short decision-making routes, • International work environment in interdisciplinary and multinational teams, • Very good development opportunities either in a specialist or in a management function, • 4 days in office 1 WFH, • Medical & Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • Life Insurance - Company Paid, • STD/LTD - Company Paid, • Paid Time Off (25 days) 21aht0xdNI