Senior Mems Process Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Zachry Group is currently accepting applications for a Senior Process Engineer in our Downers Grove Engineering Design Center. Successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team supporting process engineering and design tasks for assigned projects

    Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
    15+ years of experience working as a Process Engineer within the Energy & Chemical Industries
    Experience applying standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
    Experience in PFD and P&ID development, and participation in HAZOP/LOPA studies
    Proficient in H&MB development, equipment and instrumentation process specification and performing hydraulic analysis
    Strong knowledge of ASME and API 520/521 with proficiency designing relief devices and associated collection headers
    Good Communication Skills (Active Listening, Verbal, and Written)
    Ability to adapt to changing client requirements while defining a new path and remaining a positive role model for the team
    Excellent Attention to Detail - in own work as well as demonstrated in checking work of others
    Proven history of meeting schedule commitments and planning resources required
    Judgment and Decision Making
    Proficient with Process Engineering Software (AspenTech or equivalent)
    Strong desire to learn

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    Licensed Professional Engineer
    Experience as a Process Engineer in the gas processing and/or refining industries
    Experience in Food and Beverage Industry
    Experience in gas purification technologies such as Pressure Swing Adsorption, Membrane separation, or others
    Knowledge and/or experience in blue and/or green ammonia
    Experience integrating emerging/renewable energy with hydrogen production technologies
    Experience with hydrogen fuel blending in combustion processes
    Experience specifying process equipment in cryogenic services including cold box heat exchangers and pumps
    Experience with designing OSBL/Utility scopes required to support Licensor provided ISBL packages
    Past exposure to environmental permitting and citing studies

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension. May be required to lift, carry, and move objects safely.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Will work in a general office environment. Capable of operating and functioning in a fast-paced work environment. Must possess a vision (corrected or uncorrected) that allows for clear visibility from a distance of 20 inches or less.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Senior Process Engineer position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the expected salary range for this Illinois position, Snr. Process Engineer is between $148,000 and $211,490, annually.   Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. 

This position Snr. Process Engineer is eligible for participation in Zachry's Total Employee Rewards Program, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and other ancillary benefits. This position is also eligible for participation in the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.

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    Responsible for developing process flow diagrams (PFD) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID).
    Responsible for sizing and rating various equipment like pumps, horizontal and vertical vessels, heat exchangers, and air coolers.
    Responsible for performing hydraulic analysis and calculations for piping systems.  Experience to include evaluating systems involving single phase, two phase, slurries, water hammer, slug flow, and distribution networks.  Tools required should range from spreadsheet through rigorous software evaluations.
    Capable of supervising, coordinating, and reviewing work of a small staff of engineers to accomplish project objectives.
    Mentors younger engineers, leading by example.  Supports department development initiatives and standards creation/review/update.
    Participate in various client Process Hazard Analysis reviews (i.e. risk review, HAZID, HAZOP/LOPA).
    Responsible for design of relief system, flare header design, relief valve sizing and performing contingency analysis and flare header analysis.
    Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
    Present technical information to peers (internal or external) for review and comment.
    Analyze problems and take appropriate action to ensure continuous and reliable operation of equipment and systems.
    Evaluate equipment and processes to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
    Estimate resource requirements of new project proposals in support of business development.
    Other duties, as assigned.