Process Engineer - Anchorage, AK
On-siteAnchorage, Alaska, United States
Anchorage, Alaska, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeBachelors DegreeMedium
Full TimeBachelors DegreeMedium
Job Summary
Design and plan layout of projects for constructing, controlling, and improving equipment on commercial scale. Develop process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, and heat and material balances using computer modeling software. Design process safety systems including PSV sizing and ESD control philosophy, and perform hydraulic calculations. Participate in Process Hazard Analysis and assess system performance to determine control over variables such as temperature, density, and pressure. Assist in preparing scopes of work, manhour estimates, and operating procedures for new process systems while facilitating operator training.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution
- A minimum of 2 years of work experience
- Engineer in Training certificate (EIT) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam
- PE license
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of managers, client, or employees of organization
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
- Ability to apply concepts of algebra, geometry, and calculus through differential equations
- Understanding of probability and statistics with the ability to apply to risk and consequence evaluations
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral, diagram or schedule form
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Proficiency in related design and analysis software
- Ability to synthesize complex or diverse information
- Ability to collect and research data
- Ability to use intuition and experience to complement data
- Ability to design workflows and procedures
- Ability to generate creative solutions
- Ability to translate concepts and information into images
- Ability to use feedback to modify designs
- Ability to apply design principles
- Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
- Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
- Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully
- Ability to develop alternative solutions
- Ability to work well in group problem solving situations
- Ability to use reason even when dealing with emotional topics
- Ability to assess own strengths and weaknesses
- Ability to pursue training and development opportunities
- Ability to strive to continuously build knowledge and skills
- Ability to share expertise with others
- Ability to focus on solving conflict, not blaming
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to listen to others without interrupting
- Ability to keep emotions under control
- Ability to remain open to others' ideas and tries new things
- Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
- Ability to listen and get clarification
- Ability to respond well to questions
- Ability to demonstrate group presentation skills
- Ability to participate in meetings
- Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities
- Ability to exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views
- Ability to give and welcomes feedback
- Ability to contribute to building a positive team spirit
- Ability to put success of team above own interests
- Ability to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives
- Ability to support others' efforts to succeed
- Ability to recognize accomplishments of other team members
- Ability to write clearly and informatively
- Ability to edit work for spelling and grammar
- Ability to vary writing style to meet needs
- Ability to present numerical data effectively
- Ability to read and interpret written information
- Ability to develop strategies to achieve long-term success
- Ability to observe safety and security procedures
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Ability to sit frequently
- Ability to occasionally walk
- Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel
- Ability to talk or hear
Desired Qualifications
- Oil and gas industry experienced
- Education in or experience with unit processes
- Experience with or education in engineering for Cold regions or Arctic conditions
- Hydrocarbons industry experience
- Alaska North Slope Oil and Gas industry experience
- PE license strongly desired
- Bachelor's degree and 15+ years experience (Staff Engineer path)
- Bachelor's degree and 20+ years experience (Senior Staff Engineer path)
- Bachelor's degree and 25+ years experience (Principal Engineer path)
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