Process Engineer

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Who are we?

At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud!

PURPOSE:
The Process Engineer will provide technical expertise in all aspects of process design and processing techniques issued by the refinery to ensure the following:

• Conduct daily process unit monitoring and alarm rationalization
• Optimize production to assure lowest cost with maximum output
• Implement safety, environmental consciousness, and reliability into day-to-day decision making
• Adopt principles of continuous improvement to drive out waste and inefficiency and enhance profitability

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts daily unit health monitoring consistent with Calumet Expectations
• Performs engineering calculations (i.e., mass balances, energy balances, conversion calculations) to optimize equipment design and assure product quality
• Gathers, analyzes, and interprets unit test data to assist in troubleshooting operating problems and developing revised process designs
• Generates and maintains informational database(s) on pertinent process variables for troubleshooting and optimization
• Makes recommendations to improve unit yield and/or optimize energy consumption
• Initiates and justifies new projects, additional monitoring and improvements to the unit
• Collaborates with appropriate subject matter experts, and manager concerning unusual problems and developments
• Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects within his/her responsibility area
• Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering evaluation tests, products, or equipment
• Maintains awareness of all Safety, Health, and Environmental issues that impact the refinery and personnel
• Evaluates the economic feasibility of projects assigned and provides Process engineering services during engineering, construction, and start-up of projects
• Provides Process Engineering support during turnarounds

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• 1-3+ years of applicable experience
• Proficient user of MS Office Suite

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization
• Ability to demonstrate leadership and team capabilities when necessary
• Demonstration of Calumet Values – Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran. All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.