Lead Process Engineer - Dynamic

Title :

Lead Process Engineer Location :

Lenexa, KS Compensation :

Open Benefits :

As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Overview:

Lead the development and delivery of all Process Engineering deliverables on mid- to large-size projects or proposals, with no supervision. Process Engineering scope commonly includes all phases of design development, from conceptual engineering, through front-end and detailed engineering, and including field support of startup and performance testing efforts. Contribute to the development of project pursuits and cost estimates by, for instance, rapidly developing the basis of design, simulation, material balances, PFDs, equipment type specification and initial sizing, P&ID development, process manhour estimating, and supporting the pursuit of client report generation. Manage several different assignments simultaneously. Lead the identification of changes to the scope of work during project execution. Generate solution strategies that allow the use of others to progress complex issues, consistent with client and company goals. Identify creative design solutions that optimize project capital or operating costs, equipment reliability, or project schedule. Possess critical analytical skills and is adept at utilizing good decision making; high level of analytical skill. Apply techniques/technologies to improve processes and business results. Review and correct the work of engineers and designers as needed for the project. Develops the technical abilities of less experienced engineers during the execution of projects. Regularly perform reviews of vendor documents to ensure technical requirements are met. Provide resolution of technical issues associated with design, construction, equipment and/or operations of refining and petrochemical processes. Initiate meetings within own team, other disciplines or internal customers to clearly convey work progress and future plan.

Job Duties:

Qualifications The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required. 15 year minimum relevant experience in refining and/or petrochemical industry. Professional Engineer (Peng, PE) preferred. Proficient in the use of process simulators, such as HYSYS and ProMax. Travel < 20% expected. Ability to self-direct work without supervision. Effective time and resource management. Can provide guidance, leadership and training to less experienced engineers. Can coordinate work within discipline department. The ability to clearly convey concepts verbally, during presentations, and in well-constructed, concise written documents. The ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Qualifications:

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.