Lead Chemical Engineer
Midland, Midland County, Texas, 79709, USA
Listed on 2026-11-04
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Engineering
Process Engineer, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering
The Lead Instruments and Controls Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting the execution, innovation, and development of Ortloff's cryogenic natural gas processing technologies. This position requires a highly skilled engineer with extensive experience in instrumentation and controls, particularly within the gas processing industry for cryogenic gas processing technologies. The qualified candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring successful project execution from inception through to start-up.
This role has primary responsibilities related to engineering execution and startup support.
As a result, the successful candidate will also be required to travel up to 20% annually. This position reports to the Fellow ESE Engineering on a Hybrid work schedule.
Note:
New Hires may need to work 100% onsite Monday – Friday for the first 90 days
- Support Ortloff Cryogenic Gas Processing Technologies Areas:
- NGL/LPG Recovery, Nitrogen Rejection, Cryogenic Heavy-hydrocarbon Removal, CO2 Fractionation, and ssLNG.
- Provide technical leadership and expertise in instrumentation and controls for the development of cryogenic gas processing technologies.
- Oversee the design, implementation, and operational support of control strategies for licensed projects, including customer project design reviews, HAZOP/LOPA, and licensor training.
- Provide both home office and on-site startup support, including licensor training, for both domestic and international cryogenic gas processing plant startups.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and management to drive project success and optimization.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices related to instrumentation and controls.
- Engage with stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and foster positive working relationships.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of engineering from an accredited institution.
- 6+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering.
- 6+ years of experience in startup and field operations, with cryogenic gas processing experience highly valued.
- Advanced proficiency in Instrument and Process Control Design.
- Advanced proficiency in Process Automation and Optimization.
- Advanced proficiency in DCS Systems.
- Strong problem-solving, diagnostic, and troubleshooting abilities and technical expertise in instrumentation and Process Control.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in using process simulation software and instrumentation design tools.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives effectively.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% annually, including multiple week stints for startup support.
- An advanced degree in a relevant field of engineering.
- Extensive knowledge of cryogenic gas processing plant design and operation.
- 15+ years experience in instrumentation and controls engineering.
- 10+ years of experience in startup and field operations, with cryogenic gas prcessing.
- Proven experience in NGL/LPG recovery and nitrogen rejection processes.
- Experience in process licensing business model.
- Experience and proficiency in Advanced Process Control.
- Experience and proficiency with SIS/SIL.
- Deep awareness of and capable of managing key stakeholders/relationships as an individual contributor.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects / key initiatives.
- Ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
- Passion for safety, sustainability, and compliance.
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package…
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