Principal Process Engineer; Remote

Benefits

We offer up to a 10% match on 401(k) with a one‑year vesting schedule, medical benefits starting on day one with a 30% premium rebate, free access to the Calm app for stress management, and opportunities to earn annual incentives as part of our pay‑for‑performance culture.

Refinery Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) process subject matter expert who uses deep knowledge of process fundamentals, equipment, refinery practices, and FCC technology to ensure safe, environmentally friendly, reliable, and optimal refinery operation while coordinating data‑driven critical thinking and influencing the achievement of these objectives.

All activities support the organization’s strategy and vision. The job description does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. Compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity laws, HIPAA, ERISA, and other applicable regulations is required.

• 4‑year Bachelor’s Degree (Required)
• 12 or more years of process engineering experience in refining or equivalent (Required)

• Trains, mentors, and coaches less experienced process engineers (e.g., troubleshooting, optimization, analysis, and economic evaluation).
• Oversees daily performance monitoring efforts by junior engineers.
• Makes process unit health indicators and provides oversight for junior engineers as they analyze, interpret, and disseminate performance data for assigned units.
• Identifies short‑ and long‑term process changes to improve unit profitability and optimize efficiency.
• Exhibits strong engineering judgment in equipment design and process development to balance process requirements, economics, operator effectiveness, and environment/safety objectives.
• Presents general and unit‑specific sections of operator process training classes, approves process portions in Management of Change (MOC) development, and performs process engineering duties in a process hazard analysis (PHA) on complex units.
• Expertly understands and utilizes process unit operating manuals.
• Provides feedback for the improvement of company process guides and best practices.
• Develops and maintains critical cross‑functional relationships (e.g., refinery economics, operations, lab, maintenance, refinery leadership) to optimize unit performance within constraints.
• Collaborates with the refinery’s Commercial group to ensure unit constraints and yields are accurately reflected in the refinery’s linear programming model, and disseminates individual unit economic values to Operations and refinery management.
• While this job description aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the role, it may not detail every task or responsibility required.

• Expertise in the design, operation, and optimization of Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) units.
• Proficiency in process modeling software (e.g., Hysys, Pro/II, or similar).
• In‑depth understanding of catalyst selection, management, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with hydrocarbon cracking, reaction mechanisms, and product yield maximization.
• Experience with associated unit operations such as fractionation, regeneration, and gas recovery systems.
• Hands‑on experience operating FCC units, including start‑up, shut‑down, and steady‑state operations.
• Proven ability to optimize FCC unit performance to maximize output, product quality, and energy efficiency.
• Experience in planning and executing turnarounds, inspections, and maintenance of FCC units.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot process upsets, mechanical issues, and catalyst performance problems.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and regulatory compliance.
• Experience participating in or leading HAZOP and LOPA for FCC units.
• Expertise in analyzing operational data to identify trends and make informed recommendations for improvements.

CHANGE AGILITY (LEVEL 3 APPLYING):
Identifies, initiates, and adapts to organizational changes that foster enhanced effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and ultimately business results.

COLLABORATION (LEVEL 3 APPLYING):
Sees connection points across the organization and partners effectively with others to achieve common goals.

DECISION MAKING (LEVEL 3 APPLYING):
Selects a course of action to reduce risk and uncertainty and create optimal outcomes.

DRIVE FOR RESULTS (LEVEL 3 APPLYING):
Drives to achieve challenging performance objectives.

TEAM BUILDING (LEVEL 3 APPLYING):
Builds trust, fosters openness, and provides support. As the manager of a team, selects and motivates a strong team.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.