Process Engineer-Plant Design

Functional Skills

Functional Skills are essential skills that help individuals perform tasks effectively in everyday life, work, and education.

Process Simulation Software Proficiency

Plant Design and Layout

Process Optimization and Troubleshooting

Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) Interpretation

Equipment Selection and Specification

Process Control and Instrumentation

Safety and Hazard Analysis

Regulatory Compliance and Permitting

Project Management

Materials Selection and Corrosion Control

Process Validation and Commissioning

Technical Report Writing and Documentation

Soft Skills

Communication, teamwork, and critical thinking to ensure seamless project execution.

Problem-Solving

Communication

Teamwork and Collaboration

Adaptability

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Stress Management

Technical Skills

Technical Skills are specialized abilities and knowledge needed to perform specific tasks or functions.

Process Simulation Software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, CHEMCAD)

Process Flow Diagram (PFD) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) Development

Chemical Engineering Principles

Equipment Design and Specification

Process Optimization and Debottlenecking

HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) Studies

CAD Software (e.g., AutoCAD, Plant 3D)

Knowledge of Industry Codes and Standards (e.g., ASME, API, ISO)

Project Management Skills

Knowledge of Environmental Regulations

Process Control and Instrumentation

Materials Science and Corrosion Engineering

Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing Principles

Duties and Responsiblities

Task

95%

Develop plant layouts and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) for process systems.

90%

Perform process simulations and modeling to optimize plant design and performance.

85%

Conduct hazard and operability (HAZOP) studies to identify and mitigate potential risks.

80%

Prepare equipment specifications and datasheets for procurement of process equipment.

75%

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers.

70%

Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations for plant design.

65%

Review vendor drawings and technical documents to ensure adherence to design specifications.

60%

Participate in design reviews and provide technical input to improve plant design.

55%

Develop control strategies and logic diagrams for process automation systems.

50%

Provide support during plant construction, commissioning, and startup activities.

Work Activities

95%

Develop and utilize process simulations to optimize plant design and predict performance under various operating conditions.

92%

Calculate and specify the appropriate size and type of equipment, such as pumps, heat exchangers, and reactors, for optimal plant operation.

90%

Design piping systems, including layout, material selection, and pressure drop calculations, ensuring safe and efficient fluid transport.

88%

Participate in Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies to identify and mitigate potential safety hazards in the plant design.

85%

Create and maintain Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) to document the plant design.

82%

Collaborate with control engineers to design and implement control systems that ensure stable and efficient plant operation.

80%

Select appropriate materials of construction for plant equipment and piping, considering corrosion resistance and mechanical properties.

78%

Ensure that the plant design complies with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations.

75%

Develop cost estimates for plant construction and operation, considering equipment, materials, and labor costs.

72%

Provide support during the plant commissioning phase, ensuring that the plant operates as designed.

70%

Identify and resolve process-related issues that arise during plant operation.

Detailed Work Profile

Interests