Process Engineer at Targa Resources Corp in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The role of the Process Engineer is to support new & existing plant operations through process optimization and identification of opportunities to improve overall facility performance and increase Targa's bottom line.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facility PFD/P&ID Development & Review
• Detailed sizing & design of all major equipment within gas processing facilities including: compression, heat exchangers, pumps, towers, separators, heaters, control valves, PSVs
• Model and evaluate gas plants, and suggest efficiency and debottlenecking projects
• Provide technical support for startups, troubleshooting, and plant expansions
• Participate in PHA/Hazop studies as necessary for both new and existing facilities; assist in completion of Management of Change requirements that result
• Work with applicable parties to establish facility start-up & commissioning procedures, operating procedures
• Complete and/or validate facility flare & PSV studies
• Work closely with Project Managers regarding Front-End process design, finalizing H&MB & overall major project scope; assist in evaluations of changes in basis of design as necessary
• Prepares technical bids and/or proposal evaluations and recommendations.
• Evaluates, prepares and analyzes designs of process systems including NGL recovery plants, amine treating plants, glycol dehydration, molecular sieve dehydration, propane refrigeration, condensate stabilization, inlet compression, & residue compression
• Provides technical assistance in the form of written reports, consultation, research, process debottlenecking studies, & code interpretations
• Investigates and resolves problems associated with new or existing facilities and their process design, including conducting research into project-related issues and finding equipment needed for a project.
• Initiate and manage optimization review projects to enhance safety, run time, and/or operating income.
• Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Consult with environmental personnel and provide information that is pertinent to the facility's environmental permits that are required

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS degree in Chemical & Mechanical Engineering from 4-year accredited University.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in either/or natural gas gathering, compression, processing, fractionation, construction or field operations.
• Possess fundamental knowledge of midstream gas processing and gathering assets and design considerations including any applicable codes, standards & regulations
• Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision
• Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Work, Powerpoint) MS Project
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company as well as organizations outside the company
• Experience in process modeling applications such as HYSYS, PROMAX, or VMGSim
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with third party equipment manufacturer sizing software applicable to the gas processing industry
• Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Plant3D or CADWorks

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees' beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa's policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.