To provide operational procedure development services for the initial start-up and normal operation of a hydrotreater unit. To include permitting, due diligence, construction oversight, and training of operators.

Job Responsibilities:

Ø Ensure project scope is understood and monitor change effectively.

Ø Able to carry out conceptual/scoping/feasibility studies independently.

Ø Flexibility to work across a number of different process technologies.

Ø Responsible for the development of advanced controls/process optimization.

Ø Expert in preparing Equipment(s) Datasheets, Line List, Tie-Point list, etc.

Ø Maintain experience of pressure relief system and sizes/selects the PSVs using API-520/521.

Ø Prepares PFDs, P&IDs, UFDs.

Ø Ability to analyze and solve complex and challenging problems. Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, lead, motivate, and mentor.

Ø Directly interfaces with clients, technology licensors, vendors, and suppliers.

Ø Develops economic justification/or perform cost estimations for projects.

Ø Interfaces with the multidiscipline detailed design group.

Ø Assists Plant Manager in the development of cost estimating, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Ø Provide daily direction to refinery operators.

Ø Review lab results, process conditions, and visual indicators to produce an on-spec product.

Ø Organize and develop a training program for new hires

Ø Maintain a continuing education program for current operators.

Ø Provide equipment status to the Maintenance Planner as it pertains to operations.

Ø Provide timely access to equipment for PM activities and repairs such as bearings, seals, pumps, etc.

Ø Maintain a safe working environment in the plant.

Ø Deliver daily reports on inventories, production yields, and operation issues.

Ø Ensure operator certification for confined space entry, lockout/tag-out, equipment usage, etc., remain current.

Ø Coordinate all turnaround activities and maintain proper consumables stock for same.

Ø Assist the Operations Manager in keeping up to date with any process or equipment changes.

Ø Ensure the plant operates in a manner to be consistent with environmental regulatory agencies.

Ø Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.

Ø Other duties as assigned by Plant Manager.

Skills, Knowledge, and Requirements:

Ø Minimum of 15 years of work experience operating hydrotreater and distillation units in the refining industry, and demonstrate a deep technical and operational knowledge of the process.

Ø At least 10 years of proven work experience and technical knowledge writing operation procedures and manuals for hydrotreating units.

Ø Experience with chemical management required

Ø Self-motivated with the ability to continuously improve on current best practices

Ø High School diploma required

Ø Excellent communication skills, oral and written

Ø Excellent leadership skills

Ø Ability to work flexible hours and shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Ø Ability to climb stairs and ladders

Ø Ability to work at heights reaching 50 feet above grade

Ø Ability to work in confined spaces and maintain confined space certification

Ø Ability to be fitted for and work wearing a full-face respirator

Ø Ability to maintain HazWoper certification

Ø Ability to lift and carry 50lbs

Ø Ability to work in extreme weather conditions

Ø Ability to stand for long periods

“EOE: Veterans/Disabled”