Process Containment Equipment (PCE) Engineer
Dow

Job Info

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Dow is looking for a Process Containment Equipment (PCE) Engineer to join the PCE Department within Central Engineering Houston which is Dow's internal capital project design organization aligned to the Technical Expertise & Support (TES) organization. This position is located in Houston, Texas.

Central Engineering executes new and major expansions of chemical facilities for Dow and consists of locations in Houston, Texas and Chennai, India. Central Engineering is a multi-discipline organization which includes Project Engineering, Project Controls, Process Engineering, Mechanical, PCE, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil/Structural, and Piping.

The PCE Engineer will work with other Engineers and Drafters within the discipline to support capital project teams by elaborating equipment specifications, developing conceptual and final design solutions and managing and coordinating related project activities. Individual will apply technical knowledge in the design, application, and procurement of PCE equipment. Individual will ensure the PCE Work Process Discipline (WPD) is used on capital projects to provide the design activities necessary for the construction and maintenance of process plants. Individual will apply knowledge of PCE equipment and systems, applicable codes and standards to ensure the most effective design in compliance with Dow Safety and Loss Prevention Principles, industry standards and local codes and regulations is obtained.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Carries out design, engineering and calculations of Pressure Vessels, Process Towers/Columns, Drums, Reactors, Filters, Coalescers, Jacketed Vessels, Shop/Field Fabricated Tanks, Heat Exchangers of all kinds, and other PCE equipment as per codes and standards, while ensuring cost efficient designs.
• Develops PCE equipment Datasheets and Layouts, reviews/approves client specifications, prepares procurement inquiry packages, technically evaluates bids, and issues order packages for equipment, and coordinates review of supplier's drawings/data.
• Checks and validates other PCE Design Engineer designs and drawings, as applicable.
• Ensures that environmental regulations and Dow Safety and Loss Prevention Principles are considered in design.
• Coordinates additional discipline requirements into the design of PCE equipment.
• Understands and uses Dow's equipment procurement process.
• Coordinates the input of supplier design data into the overall project design.
• Develops detailed PCE equipment installation and operation instructions, as applicable.
• Provides technical support during construction and operation of facility, as applicable.
• Meets and corresponds with suppliers and/or external personnel on as-needed basis.
• Timely and effectively reports progress of all assigned tasks to Discipline Leads.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent creative thinking and problem solving skills.
• Good organizational skills, i.e.: being able to manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously while meeting project deadlines.
• Work effectively under pressure, individually as well as part of a project team.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required to effectively communicate with other project team members, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• A minimum of 5 years experience working on Capital Projects as Process Containment Equipment (PCE) Engineer or related industry experience is required. The preference for the experience would include design, specification and calculation of Pressure Vessels and other fixed/static equipment.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards ASME VIII DIV-1, ASME II, TEMA, ASTM, API-650 is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite tools (i.e.: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.), Zyqad (Datasheet creation software) and Adept (Document Control software) is required.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in both MicroStation CONNECT (Drafting software) and static equipment design and calculation using COMPRESS/INSPECT software is preferred.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards: ASME VIII DIV-2, ASME V, WRC-107/297, ASCE, ANSI, PIP, B31.3., API-660, API-620, and other engineering related industry standards is preferred.
• Rich "hands-on" experience in the design and detail engineering of PCE equipment, like: Pressure Vessels, Heat Exchangers, and API Storage Tanks, as per applicable design codes preferred.

Note: Domestic relocation assistance is available for this role and may be provided based on eligibility.

Dow Offers:

• A robust total rewards program, including: competitive base pay, variable pay that rewards individual, team, and Company performance, and comprehensive benefits
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth
• The chance to work within a global company and interact with colleagues from around the world
• Opportunities that spark your imagination and ignite your passion to help others

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation and leading business positions to achieve profitable growth. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company, with a purpose to deliver a sustainable future for the world through our materials science expertise and collaboration with our partners. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer care. Dow operates 106 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 35,700 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $39 billion in 2020. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at http://www.dow.com/en-us/contact-us or you may call us at 1-800-523-3945.

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