ResponsibilitiesCoordinate work with other departments to achieve project milestonesExecute P&ID walk-down efforts or field verification of P&ID’sIdentify and resolve client design errors, open issues, project execution errors or conflicting information on projectsParticipate in Process Hazard AnalysisDevelop material and energy balances as required for projectsUtilize vendors in the design and selection of process equipment including packaged processes and technologies for inclusion in process designsFamiliar with process technologies and standard refining processesCheck process data on instrument data sheets and recognize the applicability/limitations of the instrument technology selectedCheck simple calculations, line lists, equipment lists, specialty items lists and simple equipment data sheetsTrack hours used to execute project tasks, review projects schedulesIdentify out of scope work on projects.Learn to develop complex process simulations including HTRI etc., utilizing the correct thermodynamic property packages and, understanding the limitations of simulationLearn to develop relief device scenarios and calculate estimated required relief loadsLearn to develop complex equipment and vessel process designs along with required data sheetsLearn to develop project execution plans for projects, including fast track and long lead item identificationLearn to identify the necessity for process control interlocksLearn to mentor young engineers and provide direction and effectively delegating work to other engineers on a teamLearn to develop scopes of work on large process projectsLearn to solve client operating problems / Troubleshoot existing processesLearn to recommend potential instruments and specific technologies for applicationsLearn to recognize project opportunitiesLearn to understand process design codes and standards and utilize them when they are applicableLearn to recognize the importance of developing an estimated solution to an engineering problem versus an exact solutionLearn to develop complex control strategiesLearn to develop and evaluate conceptual process designsLearn to conduct inter-discipline reviews, highlighting important design aspects to other departmentsLearn to collect process data that is not readily available and make design decisions based on limited process informationAll other duties as assignedTechnical CompetenciesUnderstanding and ability to apply basic fundamentals in Chemical Engineering, including ; Fluid Dynamics, Chemistry, Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer, Process Unit Operations and Separations, basic Reaction Kinetics and Reaction Design Theory, Material and heat balances, etc.Understand PFD and P&ID symbology, layout, standards and workflowGenerate Process Flow Diagrams (PFD’s) and Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&ID’s)Modify simple P&ID’s and check modifications against CAD drafting standards and client standardsDevelop demolition P&ID’sDevelop and maintain Drawing list, Line lists, Equipment lists, and Specialty Items listsRead, understand, and utilize piping isometrics and plot plans in order to perform hydraulic calculations for compressible, incompressible and two-phase systems, including dense phase and dilute phase pneumatic conveyingPerform and document process calculations that can be easily checkedDevelop simple process simulations and is familiar with physical property estimation packagesDevelop physical property data for the selection of instrumentationUnderstand the hierarchy of process documents in process designsUnderstand typical instrumentation types and their principles of operation.Capable of checking work produced at an Engineer I & II skill levelStrong Microsoft Office skills, as well as Aspen HYSYS and MathCADManage simple process projects and strategies Understand process design equations and their applicability to design engineeringDevelop process man-hour estimates for small projects.Review vendor equipment designs and data for suitability to the process design.Drafting a simple process scope of work documentDeveloping a Process Design BasisSpecify specialty items and generate specialty item data sheets as required Drive process engineering efforts to conclusion by anticipating the requirements of the final deliverable to the clientAbility to size, select, specify and design pressure relief devices, inlet an outlet piping and effluent handling systemsSet process design conditions and develop simple equipment designs/sizes along with the required data sheetsQualificationsBachelor’s Degree or higher in Chemical Engineering.5+ years of experience working as a Chemical or Process Engineer Understanding and ability to apply basic fundamentals in Chemical Engineering, specifically; Fluid Dynamics, Chemistry, Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer, Process Unit Operations and Separations, basic Reaction Kinetics and Reaction Design Theory, and material and Energy BalancesSolid Microsoft Office skills Comfortable working in a team environment Dependable and self-motivated, with strong ethical principlesUnderstands when to seek additional guidance from the department manager on project/process issues and/or discipline lead and when to research the solution on their ownMust possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skillsMust be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the futureValdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement.EEO/AAE