Principal Process Engineer - Chemical Processing

IDEX - Farmington, CT

Full-time - Senior

Farmington, CT

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The position is focused on inspiring Customer engineers to innovate through the design, fabrication, commissioning, and startup of advanced process filtration and purification systems. As a Technical Expert, the role involves overseeing component and system design, process integration, and the startup of filtration and separation equipment across various industries, including Oil & Gas, Chemical, and Petrochemical. The ideal candidate will be a Subject Matter Expert in chemical conversion processes, with a strong background in system design and integration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert on Process Filtration Systems and associated equipment.
• Final Reviewer of Customer Specifications, Pre-Sale Designs & Estimates, Post-Sale Engineering Deliverables.
• Prepare or review PFDs, HMBs, P&IDs, Functional Specifications, Control Narratives, Operating Procedures & Manuals.
• Participate in pre-sale calls with customers to translate needs into technical requirements and differentiate Mott's technical solutions.
• Oversee or perform on-site commissioning & startup.
• Determine customer true technical needs and translate them into project requirements.
• Prioritize against multiple customers in various markets to support business needs.
• Understand the needs of key external and internal stakeholders and achieve cross-functional alignment on project plans and timelines.
• Prioritize pre-sale activities based on both probability and impact.
• Navigate complex requirements management needs of large EPC or multi-national corporations.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years' experience in Process Engineering in Oil & Gas, Chemical, or similar industry.
• BS or MS in Engineering or Science.
• Experience sizing and installing major process equipment such as reactors, heat exchangers, pumps, filters, and dryers.
• Familiarity with catalytic reactions and corresponding process design.
• Knowledge of major refining processes such as catalyst cracking or hydrotreating.
• Experience with process design software such as Aspen HYSYS and expertise in process design deliverables and requirements: PFDs, HMBs, P&IDs, Functional Specifications, HAZOP/PHAs.
• Familiarity with required Codes & Standards such as API-520, ASME-B31.3, ASME Section VIII.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience attending industry conferences and shows as a Subject Matter Expert.
• Proven track record of on-time delivery of pre-sale estimates and post-sale engineering deliverables.

Benefits

• Base salary
• Bonus
• 401k match