Oil Refinery Process Design Expert Needed

$750-1500 USD

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$750-1500 USD

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Project Title: Senior Process Design Engineer – 1,500 TPD Modular Re-Refining Facility Project Overview: Cedars Capital is developing a high-yield, 1,500 TPD (11,000 BPD) modular re-refinery in the Houston Ship Channel. We are seeking a Lead Process Design Engineer to spearhead the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and detailed process engineering phases. The project focuses on converting Waste Motor Oil (WMO) into high-purity Group II/III Base Oils utilizing vacuum distillation and hydro-finishing technology. Key Responsibilities & Deliverables: Process Flow Schemes: Develop and finalize comprehensive Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). Mass & Energy Balances: Perform detailed Heat and Material Balance (H&MB) calculations to optimize thermal efficiency. Equipment Sizing: Execute hydraulic calculations and author technical datasheets for distillation towers, hydro-processing reactors, heat exchangers, and pumps. Process Simulation: Build and validate steady-state and dynamic models using industry-standard tools like Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, or Petro-SIM. Safety & Compliance: Lead or participate in HAZOP/LOPA studies and ensure all designs adhere to API (520/521, 650) and ASME Section VIII codes. Cross-Discipline Coordination: Collaborate with mechanical, civil, and I&C engineering teams to ensure seamless module integration. Required Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field. Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly preferred for final design sign-off. Experience: Minimum of 7–10 years in refinery process design, specifically in downstream oil upgrading or re-refining. Software Proficiency: Expert-level skills in AutoCAD, Aspen HYSYS, and hydraulic modeling software. Submission Requirements: Please provide a portfolio of relevant project work, specifically highlighting previous modular or skid-mounted refinery designs. Include your standard lead time for a complete FEED package and your availability for multidisciplinary design reviews.

Process Engineering

Flow Charts

Project Management

Technical Documentation

Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Process Simulation

Systems Engineering

Project ID: 40236215

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@Ryan15222

With my wide range of engineering expertise and 5 years of industry experience, I am confident in my ability to excel as your Senior Process Design Engineer. While I specialize in Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural Engineering, my multidisciplinary skill set and software proficiencies, including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CATIA enable me to tackle any challenge. I have a Bachelors’s degree in Electrical Engineering which provides me with a comprehensive understanding of Process Flow Schemes, Mass & Energy Balances, Equipment Sizing, and Process Simulations. Over the years, I have successfully delivered complex projects on time and within budget by utilizing efficient planning techniques paired with dynamic problem-solving skills. Moreover, my proficiency in Aspen HYSYS allows me to develop accurate and optimized process models that can be vital in fulfilling project objectives. My dedication to adhering to safety regulations such as API (520/521, 650) and ASME Section VIII codes echoes the importance you place on safety and compliance.

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