Senior Process Engineer (Acid Process Specialist)

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Senior Process Engineer

(Acid Process Specialist)

Aker Chemetics Inc.

(A division of Aker Solutions Canada Inc.)

 

 

Aker Chemetics is a diversified technology company offering design and engineering solutions to the chloralkali, sodium chlorate, chlorine dioxide, and sulphuric acid industries worldwide. Our technologies balance the need for cost-effective processes with plants that are safe, reliable, efficient and environmentally friendly.  It is a Company with diverse cultures, talents, and highly skilled professionals.  Situated in Kitsilano, we offer an exciting environment, interesting and challenging work, attractive compensation and benefit packages, free parking, and flexible work arrangements.

 

 

Job Summary:

 

Reporting to the Process Engineering and Technical Service Manager, the senior process engineer is responsible for leading the process design of projects and proposals in accordance with technology design standards or “understood” acceptable practices.  The position provides advanced technical support, leadership or management of plant start-ups, feasibility studies or plant audits, R&D projects and general inter-department needs.  Work is performed under the guidance/approval/supervision of the responsible Technology Manager and Chief Process Engineer.  The senior process engineer at times may also provide guidance, supervision and mentoring of EITs and process engineers on projects, proposals and commissioning assignments.

 

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

 

· Project and Proposal Process Design

· Plant Commissioning

· Technical Expertise within Process Department

· Process Expertise (for Company)

 

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

 

· Good communication and interpersonal skills and able to effectively communicate with clients and vendors

· Good team player

· Strong interpersonal, organizational and project management skills

· Ability to work under tight timelines, quick learner, excellent team player

· Excellent MS office skills as well as experience using simulations software (e.g. ASPEN Plus preferred)

 

Credentials and Experience:

 

· Degree in Chemical Engineering.

· Member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (P.Eng.)

· 7 to 10 years of engineering experience preferably in large industrial or plant designs (sulphuric acid or electrochemical process industries)

 

Other Requirements:

 

· Some North American or international travel will be required for project review meetings and commissioning of our projects, so individual must be able to travel without any visa or border restrictions

 

If you would like to learn more about our company, please visit our website at: www.akersolutions.com. 

 

If you are interested in this position please submit your resume and cover letter (including your salary expectations), along with the position title in the subject line to chemetics.hr@akersolutions.com .  We thank all interested applicants; however, only those contacted will be considered further.