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Overview

The Project Engineer is responsible for designing and supporting the construction of midstream gas processing facilities, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance while collaborating with various teams to deliver technical solutions and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for plant project development and compliance.
  • Possess fundamental knowledge of midstream gas gathering and processing operations.
  • Develop process simulations and material & energy balances using ProMax software.
  • Size and specify mechanical equipment and develop datasheets and drawing packages.
  • Select appropriate piping materials, diameters, and thicknesses.
  • Size and specify relief devices, control valves, and regulators.
  • Possess knowledge of midstream process controls and instrumentation.
  • Interpret and design Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
  • Possess knowledge of codes, standards, regulations, and best practices applicable to the midstream industry.
  • Develop scope of work and procurement packages for plant equipment.
  • Develop documentation for plant commissioning activities.
  • Assist projects through the entire project lifecycle.

Requirements

  • BS degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from a 4-year accredited university.
  • Ability and willingness to travel at least 25% of the time.
  • Experience in natural gas gathering, compression, treating, dehydration, processing, fractionation, construction, and/or operations.
  • Experience with Promax or similar applications.
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