Process Engineer

Process Engineer

HF Sinclair is seeking for a process engineer to conducts engineering assignments for the Engineering Department and functions as a technical specialist, formulating and developing moderately complex engineering concepts.

Job duties include using common engineering concepts in a particular field to perform projects and assignments for the engineering department with direct supervision and exercises judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. The role also involves estimating the cost and feasibility of a given project, supervising contractors and field activities and providing discipline specific engineering assistance, direction and development assistance to colleagues depending on assignment.

The process engineer will resolve a variety of complex problems, (i.e. conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements), and solve technical problems related to projects, troubleshoot and update report data for business unit(s) depending on assignment. They may be required to design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, conduct research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes, design and plan layout for chemical processes on a commercial scale, determine most effective arrangement of operations, implement processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most cost efficient manner, investigate and resolve work-in-process problems, recommend and implement improvements and/or modification in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, and related matters.

The process engineer will review proposals of outside vendors regarding the purchase of new or modernization of existing processing equipment, review plans and prepare or review technical specifications, contract documents and estimates, work on design/engineer projects, procure equipment/material, track schedule and costs, upgrade, design, configure, maintain and monitor related equipment and performance, analyze related components and systems, processes and methods, and refinery processes and economics, develop project scopes, budgets and AFE's for approval and ensure projects meet budget as well as refinery and OSHA standards, optimize business unit(s) and analyze data to aid operations with decisions, ensuring maintenance and integrity of business unit(s) data, review outside vendors proposals regarding purchase of new, or modernization of existing, processing equipment, improve profitability of the refinery, design and build plant additions and modifications, act as a liaison between the company and county and state agencies.

A minimum of 2 years of progressive work experience in engineering discipline is required. Emphasis on power distribution and controls engineering is required of the electrical discipline depending on assignment. Registration as a Professional Engineer preferred. Refinery or Petrochemical industry experience preferred. FCC, CCR, Alky, Sulfur unit, Delayed Coking, Lubes Processing and hydrotreating experience is preferred for Chemical discipline. A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Engineering is required.

Intermediate knowledge of commonly used engineering concepts and ability to apply this knowledge analytically is required. Ability to coordinate all phases of a project is required. Working knowledge of Microsoft products and experience with engineering software is preferred.

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Time-Off, 401(k) Retirement Plan with match, Educational Reimbursement, Parental Bonding Time, Employee Discounts.

Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, perceive color differences, required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards are not permitted), ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential (inability to maintain standard insurance rates is grounds for dismissal), valid State drivers license and proof of insurance required.

Depending on location must satisfactorily complete a comprehensive medical physical examination. Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, and working in confined spaces as permitted.

At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified…