Acre has partnered with a world leader in the biofuels sector who is developing large, infrastructure-scale, multi-billion-dollar projects to produce fleet-level volumes of carbon-negative biofuels.

Through their proprietary fluidized bed gasification system, they produce a wide variety of renewable energy and chemical products, including syngas, hydrogen, renewable natural gas, methanol, sustainable aviation fuel, gasoline and diesel fuels.

 

 

With major projects underway and more to come, we are looking for a Principal Process Engineer to improve upon all aspects of the company’s gasification system.

 

There are few businesses in the world today that are executing projects of this scale, at this level of complexity, and this level of impact. If you want to leave a legacy and make history, please review the position requirements and apply.

 

 

Based in Houston, the Principal Process Engineer will be responsible for

• Leading process engineering projects and interfacing with clients and client engineers
• Utilizing and furthering the design methodologies for the technology system
• Modeling process simulations in AspenPlus/HYSYS or similar software and developing specialized modeling tools
• Implementing process design, equipment sizing and selection, equipment data sheets, systems engineering, PFD/P&ID development, control valve sizing, line list generation, flare and relief valve calculations, and others
• Collaborating with process controls specialists to develop DCS control narratives and system logic narratives.
• Leading hazard analysis, operability, and constructability reviews
• Contributing to third-party engineering service provider selection and engineering reviews with clients and suppliers
• Providing technical support for detailed engineering, pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and plant operations. On-site support will result in some amount of travel and extended stay at project sites.
• Developing and maintaining design procedures and tools
• Reviewing and contributing to proposals
• Other duties as assigned

 

 

Ideal Background consists of

• PFD, PID development
• Systems design/Advanced & regulatory controls
• Process control fluency
• Safety system fluency
• Hydraulic calculation
• Control valve size
• Flare system relief scenario and relief valve sizing
• Outgoing and energized by bringing the best out of everyone on the team
• Well-versed in engineering workflows and project delivery from both client and vendor perspectives
• Well-established process engineering skills including generation of heat and material balance, PFD, and PID, process design criteria, equipment sizing, process modeling, plant integration, and technical design and oversight
• Working knowledge of Hazard Analysis methodologies, safety systems and SIL level application
• Skilled in revision control and methods
• Ability to exercise sound judgement in prioritizing tasks and solving problems, chasing issues through resolution
• Familiarity with fluidized beds, solids handling systems, biomass conversion, steam methane reforming, oxycombustion, carbon capture, fuels/methanation synthesis and reactions
• Knowledge of new and novel chemical processes is a plus
• Some experience with thermal integration of varied process technologies
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proposal/report writing
• Experience with plant operation, ideally including startup and commissioning
• Client-facing/interaction experience 

 

 

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering with 15-25 years of related experience
• Highly experienced with process simulation using AspenTech programs such as Aspen Plus and HYSYS, and other process simulators
• Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software for drafting and editing P&IDs preferred
• Fluent in chemical manufacturing facilities' process design
• A strong background working in EPC and systems engineering is a plus.
• Fluidized bed, syngas system and gasification experience a plus.
• Other relevant formal training, including HAZOP, HAZID, Project Management is a plus.

 

 

Additional details

• This is a full-time position located near North Houston and will require occasional travel up to 10-15% of the time.
• Competitive salary and benefits package based on appropriate experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD, 401K, PTO, employee assistance program and opportunities for career development.

 

To be considered for this position, please apply here, or email Richard Kent at richard.kent@acre.com

Acre has partnered with a world leader in the biofuels sector who's developing large infrastructure scale multi-billion-dollar projects to produce fleet-level volumes of carbon-negative biofuels. Through their proprietary fluidized bed gasification system, they produce a wide variety of renewable energy and chemicals products, including syngas, hydrogen, renewable natural gas, methanol, sustainable aviation fuel, gasoline and diesel fuels.

 

 

With more projects to come, we are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work on all aspects of mechanical systems designs related to the company’s gasification system.  If you are skilled at modelling and design, but also hands-on and passionate about working on the technology in real-time, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

 

 

Based in Houston, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for

• Providing engineering support on S1000 mechanical equipment design
• Supporting new product design, improvements, and innovations
• Preparing company standards and mechanical specifications
• Developing and reviewing: mechanical datasheets, vendor bidding and selection, and detail drawings
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, and working with vendors and contractors
• Supporting the growth of the company’s intellectual property portfolio related to its technology
• Performing other work-related tasks as assigned

 

 

Your background consists of

• Experience in the design of complex mechanical equipment
• High-temperature design
• Pipe stress analysis/Refractory design a plus
• Solids handling experience a plus
• Heat transfer design/Pumping Systems/Compression systems
• 3D model development and 3D design tools
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as API, PIP and ASME
• Excellent computer skills, with experience in CAD
• Previous EPC industry experience and/or fabrication is desired
• Experience with the design or handling of rotating equipment is a plus
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification is preferred

 

 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in mechanical engineering
• 10-15 Years of relevant project experience

 

 

Additional details

• This is a full-time position located near North Houston, and will require occasional travel up to 10-15% of the time
• Competitive salary and benefits package based on appropriate experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD, 401K, PTO, employee assistance program and opportunities for career development.

 

 

There are few businesses in the world today that are executing projects of this scale, at this level of complexity and this level of impact. If you would like to be considered, please apply here or email Richard Kent at richard.kent@acre.com