With our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Hatfield, PA, EFC GASES & ADVANCED MATERIALS is a leading supplier of specialty gases, fluorocarbons and rare gases. We supply quality products to global gas distributors, with unparalleled service. We are growing and are looking to add to our team of intelligent and innovative talent who work collaboratively to ensure success and growth for the future. Come join our team!
We have an immediate opening for a Senior Process Engineer. This role will be a subject matter expert for chemical process engineering and will be responsible for developing detailed design packages and leading the execution of projects to install and upgrade specialty gas and chemical processing systems. This role will also provide technical support to assess and troubleshoot existing plant systems.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Develop preliminary and detailed engineering packages for chemical processing systems to implement capital projects at all EFC sites.
• Apply project management principles to lead the execution of capital projects through the engineering, procurement, construction, and startup phases.
• Provide technical support for existing plant systems by assessing root causes of plant performance issues and equipment failures, developing and implementing practical solution plans, and coordinating field work as necessary.
• Develop, assess, and summarize the tradeoffs of multiple design concepts as it relates to stated business objectives and make recommendations to stakeholder groups (Operations, Maintenance, Sales, etc.) that include an assessment of capital expenditure, operating expenditure, operability, maintainability, reliability, capacity, efficiency, and other critical factors.
• Develops models and simulations of design concepts to assess their technical performance and to inform technical and business decisions.
• Progressively develop design concepts from block flow diagram through detailed P&IDs.
• Apply theory as well as R&D and pilot system data to scale processes to high volume manufacturing.
• Specify and size chemical processing equipment (heat exchangers, piping, valves, heaters, chillers, distillation columns, compressors, etc.).
• Manage external contractors (engineering firms, consultants, fabricators, trades, etc.) as needed to meet project goals.
• Develop scope documents, execution plans, and bid packages to facilitate execution of project work by multiple parties internal and external.
• Develop schedule and cost estimates and track project cost and schedule performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead process hazard analyses (PHA’s) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) to assess process design risks and identify appropriate process controls and mitigations
• Complete code reviews and hazard assessments to ensure compliance to all state and federal regulations.
• Design purification systems (including distillation columns) for high complexity / high hazard gas and chemical products.
• Assess and recommend modifications to existing distillation systems to remove additional impurities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications/Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and 5-10 years related experience.
• Experience with UHP specialty gases and advanced materials in the semiconductor and/or aerospace industry
• Experience with Distillation from design through implementation for high volume manufacturing.
• Experience with process controls and automation including programming, implementation, and troubleshooting of PLC systems.
• Computer skills required: Contract Management Systems; Development Software; Inventory Software; Microsoft Office; Project Management Software, AutoCAD or similar.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.
Competencies:
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget;
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl, to utilize hand and finger dexterity, sit, stand and walk.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Frequently work near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Employee must be comfortable in both a plant and office environment.
• Must be able to use hand tools.
• Must be able to work independently, including any time working off site and/or from home.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.