Process Engineer

Process Engineer

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• Provide technical support to operations (troubleshooting, debottlenecking, optimization, maintenance projects, Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance, PHA participation and action item resolution, DOT compliance, etc.)
• Develop scope of work/for‑bid packages for engineering, construction, and commissioning activities; track/forecast costs and milestone schedules; regularly communicate progress to project stakeholders.
• Embody integrity, accountability, initiative, and respect in all correspondence and tasks performed.
• Size and specify mechanical equipment (separators, filters, tanks, heat exchangers, air coolers, pumps, compressors, treaters, dehydrators); select appropriate piping materials, diameters, and thicknesses; size and specify relief devices, control valves, and regulators.
• Possess knowledge of midstream process controls and instrumentation; controls narratives and cause & effect matrices.
• Interpret and design Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Plot Plans, Piping Plans, and Piping Isometrics.
• Develop process simulations and material & energy balances using Pro Max for Cryogenic gas plants; support process optimization efforts.
• Possess knowledge of midstream gas gathering and processing operations (Cryogenic gas plants, compression, glycol and desiccant dehydration, amine treating, hydrocarbon recovery, condensate stabilization).
• Knowledge of codes, standards, regulations and best practices applicable to the midstream industry (API, ASME B31.3/4/8 and VIII, DOT 192/5, NFPA, NACE, etc.).
• Communicate effectively with internal and external team members (safety, environmental, operations, construction, commercial, land/ROW, 3rd‑party contractors).
• Complete projects through the entire lifecycle: feasibility studies, FEED cost estimates, AFE generation, detailed engineering, design, scope, bid, manage construction & commissioning contractors, produce as‑built drawings, and participate in pre‑startup safety reviews.
• Proactively seek learning opportunities and solutions to maximize value to the business unit.
• Continuously review assets to enhance safety, mechanical reliability, operational flexibility, and capacity.
• Ensure compliance with Targa design and construction standards, local, state, federal and Targa Safety & Environmental regulations and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• BS degree in Chemical Engineering from a 4‑year accredited university.
• Minimum 3–5 years experience as a project engineer and/or process engineer in natural gas plant processing, construction, and/or operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company and with external organizations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel at least 25% of the time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

• 5–10 years experience in natural gas plant processing, construction, and/or operations.
• Experience with acid gas handling and process equipment.
• Process simulation and pipeline modeling experience with HYSYS, PROMAX.
• Experience with rotating equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project.
• 5+ years experience in project engineering, process engineering and/or project management.

• Ability to work in changing climate conditions and a plant environment.
• Able to work in close quarters: kneel, squat, sit, climb, and stand.
• Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (e.g., eye protection, footwear, hard hat, FRC).
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work‑related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Oil and Gas