Applications Engineer

Responsibilities

• Process design of units (simulation, equipment sizing, etc.) for oil & gas processing
• Assist and advise other engineers / technologists
• Attend client communications and meetings as required
• PFD and Heat & Material Balance generation, P&ID generation, evaluation and maintenance
• Preparation of process related document such as equipment & instrumentation datasheets, line sizing calculations, line lists
• Design of selected equipment that will be manufactured in house
• Specification and/or purchasing of selected buyout equipment including issuing of Request for Quotations, vendor comparison and final vendor selection
• Select control valves and pressure safety valves
• Review and implementation of client specifications
• Work with instrumentation, piping, and vessel design groups to ensure proper process design of all equipment
• Review of fabrication drawings and 3-D model reviews
• Work with shop staff to discuss fabrication issues and assist in resolving design problems
• Provide technical support and guidance to help clients select the appropriate technology for desired results
• Complete bid pre-qualifications as assigned
• Prepare cost estimates for pressure vessel, piping, structural elements and assemblies on assigned proposals under the guidance of the sales and project departments
• Review customer specifications and applicable codes
• Determine type of materials needed and any special requirements
• Liaise and obtain quotes for material and sub-vendor requirements in terms of pricing and delivery
• Provide final estimate figure and required information for bid preparation

Qualifications / Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in an Applications or Process Engineer role with an EPCM company (Oil & Gas Engineering & Fabrication)

Education and Accreditation

• B.Sc. in Chemical or Process Engineering, or equivalent.