The Senior Technology Engineer is a member of the Technology and Technical Support Department (T&TS) of Axens Americas Regional Operating Center (ROC). This team provides technical support to the Catalyst & Absorbents, Process Licensing and Equipment businesses for the Americas region.
JOB DUTIES/Responsibilities
Develop and provide technical know-how for the technologies of specialization.
They will demonstrate a high level of autonomy in their day-to-day work and be capable to provide assistance and supervision to less experienced engineers.
Develop, present and ensure follow-up of technical projections for replacement of catalysts in existing units.
Develop, present and ensure follow-up of technical proposals and studies in support of evaluation by clients of Axens technologies and integrated solutions, for grass root and revamp projects.
Support Commercial team for the development of commercial proposals for Axens Americas ROC Catalyst & Absorbent and Process Licensing businesses.
Participate in the development of the expert basis during the execution of awarded licensing projects and in the definition of catalyst and process performance guarantees, as well as guiding engineering team and participating in client meetings throughout project execution.
Collaborate with other Axens team members, both outside and within Axens Americas ROC, to ensure technology tools and processes in Americas ROC represent the latest and most updated versions available.
Identify and propose improvement concepts to drive technology positioning and competitiveness for successful award of future licenses; this may include collaborating with the global technology development and improvement teams, as well as R&D teams.
Provide after sales technical service to Axens clients with the following objectives:
Ensuring optimized start-up of Axens catalysts loads for achieving performances in line with projections
Ensuring safe and successful commissioning of new units, including development and review of startup/shutdown procedures, and supervision in the field
Monitoring clients units and catalysts performances using Axens Connect’InTM remote monitoring solution, support clients in optimizing their operations, troubleshooting, through remote work as well as regular visits and meetings at clients’ sites
Building long term relationships with clients while showcasing Axens’ expertise.
Participate in training sessions to Axens’ clients as well as Axens Americas ROC team members from all business divisions.
Participate in the promotion of products, technologies and services with external parties in various meeting formats, from large industry conferences to smaller one-on-one settings.
Assist with the training of less experienced Technology Engineers.
Comply with Axens quality system requirements including contribution to the development and updates of Axens internal standards and processes as well as actively participating in internal team metrics including Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and other ISO requirements.
Education
BS, MS, or PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or relevant discipline required.
Work Experience
Seven or more (7+) years of experience in the petrochemical and/or refining industry, and at least 3 years in a Technology Engineer role.
Strong knowledge in chemical engineering fundamentals including reaction engineering, catalyst and general chemistry required.
Experience with PRO/II simulation software (or similar) and Excel-based modelling tools required.
Experience in basic process design, project engineering and/or economics preferred.
Required SKILLS/ABILITIES
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and build relationships
QHSE REQUIREMENTS
Quality
Take responsibility for the sustainability of Axens and ensuring quality performance
Report any and all quality related issues or non-conformities to your manager
Maintain awareness, proactively participate and support all Axens policies for quality management
Assist in the continual improvement of an effective Integrated Management System complying with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015
Assist in achieving Site, Department, Regional and Global Quality Management Program goals and objectives.
Health and Safety
Take responsibility for the health and safety of self and others
Report any and all health and safety incidents to your manager
Maintain awareness, proactively participate and support all Axens policies and objectives regarding health and safety
Assist in the continual improvement of an effective Integrated Management System complying with the requirements of ISO 45001:2018
Assist in achieving Site, Departmental, Regional and Global Health and Safety goals and objectives
Environmental
Take responsibility for the sustainability of Axens and protecting the environment
Report any and all environmental concerns or incidents to your manager
Maintain awareness, proactively participate and support all Axens policies regarding environmental protection
Assist in the continual improvement of an effective Integrated Management System complying with the requirements of ISO 14001:2015
Assist in achieving Site, Departmental, Regional and Global Environmental Management Program goals and objectives
Numbers & Facts
Location
Houston, TX
Skills
Chemical Engineeringunmatched
Chemistryunmatched
Commissioningunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Conferencesunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Economicsunmatched
Environmental Managementunmatched
Environmental Workunmatched
ISO (International Organization for Standardization)unmatched
ISO 14001unmatched
ISO 9001unmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
International Healthunmatched
Licensingunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Metricsunmatched
Petrochemicalsunmatched
Petroleum Engineeringunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Project Engineeringunmatched
Project Executionunmatched
Promotional Productsunmatched
Proposal Developmentunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Quality System Requirements (QSR)unmatched
RMONunmatched
Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Software Simulationunmatched
Startupunmatched
Sustainabilityunmatched
System Integration (SI)unmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Salesunmatched
Technical Supportunmatched
Work From Homeunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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