Sr Process Design Engineer

Job DescriptionThe Senior Process Design Engineer will have direct responsibility for the Process Engineering function as it relates to capital projects. The individual will direct, coordinate, and exercise functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of process scopes and related documents within area of assigned responsibility. The Senior Process Design Engineer must have a thorough understanding of process equipment design including pumps, heat exchangers, vessels, etc.

Must be able to apply process tools to design piping systems, complete material and energy balances, and perform process optimization studies. Individual will coordinate activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design issues.The Senior Process Design Engineer will report directly to the Americas North Design Engineering Lead. The successful candidate will be located at either the Grace Headquarters in Columbia, Maryland or in the Great Lakes Region.ResponsibilitiesEvaluates and approves process design changes and specificationsDevelops in collaboration with Process Technology, Business Units and Operations and assures adherence to a standard Basis of Design (BOD) package which includes Scope of Work, PFDs, P&ID’s and material balanceDevelops front end packagesDeveloping equipment and services bid documentation and reviewing vendor quotations and issues procurement recommendationsEvaluates and approves design changes, specifications, and drawing releasesEvaluating EH&S design requirements and ensuring adherence to corporate policiesParticipates as engineering representative in PHA’s (Process Hazard Analysis) and HAZOP’sSupports start up activities from a process engineering perspectivePrioritizing workloads and effectively managing 3rd party engineering teams to execute assigned workloadsFirm understanding and compliance with the Grace Project Methodology (GPM) processPhysical Requirements and EnvironmentMust be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respiratorAbility to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materialsRequired QualificationsBS degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related degree10+ years’ experience within chemical, petrochemical, specialty chemical, refining, pharmaceutical, or related manufacturing industries.Experience in process design and process engineering work in the chemical industryProven ability to execute front end design for capital projects Experience with overseeing Chemical Industry Contractor’s deliverablesUp to 25% of travel including international may be requiredPreferred QualificationsProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseExperience in catalyst manufacturing, specialty chemicals, petrochemicals, refining, or material science industries.Experience with process scale-up, pilot plant operations, and commercialization of new technologies.Familiarity with environmental compliance requirements and sustainability initiatives.Experience leading global or multi-site engineering projects.Knowledge of process simulation software such as Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, CHEMCAD, or equivalent.strong oral/written communication skills and the ability to interact and work in a team environmentDemonstrated ability to network effectively within the business unit and to stakeholders and collaborators outside the teamVery good understanding or working knowledge of Grace’s process technology/unit ops and operations experienceKnowledge of Grace’s internal IP’s and Industry Codes and StandardsTo be considered for this position, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.#LI-SK1BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision InsuranceLife Insurance and DisabilityGrace Wellness ProgramFlexible WorkplaceRetirement Plans401(k) Company MatchPaid Vacation and HolidaysParental LeaveTuition ReimbursementCompany Donation Match Program