Process Engineer

HF Sinclair in Sinclair, WY is seeking a Process Engineer who under close and frequent supervision, conducts engineering assignments for the Engineering Department

• Performs engineering calculations (i.e. mass balances, energy balances, and conversion calculations)
• Gathers, analyzes, interprets, acts upon, and disseminates pertinent data
• Generates and maintains key performance indicators for assigned units
• Assist in the design of chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products
• Conduct research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes
• Assist design and plan layout for chemical processes on a commercial scale
• Investigate most effective arrangement of operations (i.e. mixing, crushing, heat transfer distillation, oxidation, hydrogenation, and polymerization)
• Implement processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most cost efficient manner
• Investigate and recommend solutions to work-in-process problems
• Recommend and assist with implementing improvements and/or modification in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, and related matters
• Review and make recommendations pertaining to proposals of outside vendors regarding the purchase of new or modernization of existing processing equipment
• Generate and/or modify P&IDs
• Survey construction areas to plan equipment and piping layout
• Produce and issue civil, structural and piping drawings for construction
• Hire and supervise contractors throughout the construction phase, as needed
• Perform sketches, technical comparisons and similar technical work as required by assignment

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

0 years of on-the-job experience is required.

A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical discipline as required by assignment) is required.

Basic knowledge of commonly used engineering concepts and ability to apply this knowledge analytically. Basic ability to stay abreast of new technology developments and processes is essential. Advanced reading and writing skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate effectively with others. Ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations

Office and Petroleum Refinery/Industrial environment based with up to 5% travel required by land or air. Subject to varying road and weather conditions and required to work in all temperatures including out-of-doors. Required to work in a warehouse/plant environment and out of doors. Works near moving mechanical parts and/or rotating equipment.

• 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, 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.

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.