Process/Chemical Engineer

Job Description

  Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. Operating in the renewable energy and resilience markets, our energy team uses balanced energy systems including solar, offshore wind, battery energy storage, micro-grids and hydrogen to provide comprehensive solutions to our client’s most meaningful energy needs.We are looking to hire a Process/Chemical Engineer for our Houston Office to provide engineering and consulting services for a range of national and international energy projects. In the short term those projects would include engineering, consulting, and advisory services associated with:
•    Hydrogen production, conversion, storage, distribution systems,
•    Waste to energy projects,
•    Biofuel and SAF production,
•    Carbon capture and sequestration systems,
•    Energy storage and demand consulting for the petrochemical industry.Responsibilities:
•    Lead a team of engineers and analysts performing techno-economic system analysis and design of chemical processes and processing units associated with production of sustainable energy systems including electrolysis, green ammonia, e-methanol, e-fuels, waste-to-value, and renewable natural gas.
•    Review and development of conceptual and front-end process engineering solutions, process simulation, equipment lists and data sheets
•    Participating in techno-economic and scale-up evaluation of new technology including implementing Critical Design Review processes
•    Assist in technical and commercial due diligence reviews
•    Conduct business planning, economic, contractual, and/or financial analysis associated with these technologies
•    Review and preparation of PFD and P&ID for the works described above
•    Participation in HAZID and HAZOP assessments
•    Perform engineering calculations
•    Drawing markup and coordination
•    Technical Report WritingQualifications:
•    Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Process Engineering
•    Minimum 5 years of experience in the design and project management of process-oriented systems, with a preference for hydrogen, carbon capture, waste-to-energy or related processes.
•    Consistent track record of leading delivery of sophisticated projects.
•    Sound understanding of renewable energy concepts, trends, and economics.
•    PE license or EIT accreditation preferred.
•    The ability to prioritize work effectively, handle deadlines and exceptional organization skills required for our rapidly changing environment.
•    Excellent communication for team-based working.
•    Effective presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels.
•    Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, as needed, to achieve agreed goals and results.
•    Must be highly motivated, proactive and passionate about new challengesThe following would be considered advantageous:
•    Holding a Texas PE license.
•    Holding a Master’s degree or higher
•    Bilingual (Spanish with English)
•    A minor in Economics, Business or FinanceYou’ll love this position if:
•    You want to be part of a leading energy professional engineering and consulting team that is changing the world for the better and leading the development of innovative energy solutions.
•    You thrive in a truly multi-disciplinary environment – we have over 40 fields in our Americas team and regularly collaborate with them on the delivery of a variety of projects.
•    If you love to build well-engineered systems, collaborate with extraordinary, market-facing teammates, and see the results of your energy design and analysis work through the ever-increasing success of your team and clients.
•    You are driven to help grow the business, broaden our energy capabilities and can develop relationships in the local market.
•    You enjoy working directly with clients, contractors and the project team for projects throughout the USA and beyond and are willing to take ownership for project delivery.
•    Share your passion and experience in a global culture that believes your potential to achieve is endlessBenefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. 
Arup is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.