This is a unique opportunity with an international Energy Transition company seeking a junior Process Engineer to join their team in Ohio.

This is a newly created position seeking someone with an Engineering degree and eagerness to learn. This is a development role looking and this person will play a key role in the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of chemical processes. You will play a role in the simulation, fractionation, calculating heat and material balances, and process optimization to ensure the efficiency, safety, and reliability of their operations.

Overview:

• Part of the team responsible for process design activities, including the development of PFD's, P&ID's, and process engineering calculations.
• Provide process engineering support for capital projects, from concept development to commissioning and startup.
• • Perform heat and material balances, equipment sizing, and hydraulic calculations to ensure optimal process performance.
• Utilize simulation software, preferably HYSIS, to model and analyze process systems, evaluate different scenarios, and optimize process parameters.
• Perform rigorous simulations and modeling to determine optimal operating conditions and separation efficiency.
• Evaluate and select appropriate separation technologies and equipment based on process requirements and economic considerations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to fractionation, separation, and distillation processes.
• Investigate and resolve complex process-related issues, analyzing data, conducting root cause analysis, and proposing corrective actions.
• Develop and implement process optimization strategies to improve process efficiency, reliability, and product quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and research and development, to address process challenges and implement improvement initiatives.
• Utilize statistical analysis and modeling techniques to identify process bottlenecks and develop innovative solutions.
• Participate in project teams, working closely with other engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop process design documentation, including process descriptions, equipment specifications, and operating procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Extensive experience in process engineering, preferably in the refining or chemicals industry.
• Proficiency in process simulation software, preferably HYSIS, and experience with fractionation, heat and material balances, and process optimization.
• Strong knowledge of process design principles, including PFDs, P&IDs, and process engineering calculations.
• Experience with pyrolysis processes is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex process issues.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.