Process Design Engineer

This job is located in Hemlock, MI.

As the largest producer of high-purity polysilicon in the United States, Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC) draws on the talents of nearly 1,200 employees and contractors to provide the material critical to two high-tech, high-growth industries: electronics and solar energy. And we're always looking to recruit top talent to our community-oriented company.

HSC has a high-performance culture where talent and hard work matter. We value the unique perspectives, educational background, experiences and ways of thinking of all of our employees.

HSC offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, vision and dental insurance, vacation, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

Job Summary:

Process Design serves as the Chemical Engineering support on site for capital projects within the Portfolio Management Office. The Process Design Engineer is responsible for developing a detailed understanding of project goal(s) with stakeholders, evaluating alternatives to achieve the desired outcome(s), and delivering a thorough definition of the recommended solution (FEL 0 - FEL 3).

Essential Functions:

• Developing detailed project charters and scope through sponsor interviews

• Identifying, evaluating and recommending alternatives for technology, cost and operability

• Application of simulation tools/design software as well as the design, sizing and specification of the necessary equipment

• Developing piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)

• Identification and application of all applicable internal and external standards, codes and regulation

• Execution of all required process hazard assessments to ensure safety in designs

• Facilitation of the assembly of the process design package at the completion of front-end definition

Additional Responsibilities:

• Develop, update, and/or prompt the following information generation for each project (as applicable):

• Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)

• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)

• Process Pressure and Temperature Analysis (PPTA)

• Equipment Datasheets

• Process Conditions Datasheets

• Process Design Equipment Record Forms

• Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)

• Cause and Effect Tables (CETs)

• Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA)

• Over-pressure Protection (i.e. UG-140 Overpressure Protection by System Design)

• Process Overview Narrative

• Support relief valve file updates as directed.

• Complete work orders as directed.

• Support the development and maintenance of process design NWG as directed.

• Maintain HSC process design SSGs to reflect industry best practices and internal requirements.

Additional Skills:

• Strong oral, written, and personal communication skills

• Capable of working independently or in multi-discipline teams

• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization as well as external vendors

• Proven skills with ASPEN or an equivalent process simulation software

Minimum Required Education/Certification

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering.

Hiring Manager: Jennifer Vandusen

HSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at:

989.301.5402

or email your request to

G1HSC-HR@hscpoly.com

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.