Process Design & Development Engineer

We create a sustainable future through innovative chemistry.

Infineum is a world leading formulator, manufacturer and marketer of petroleum additives for fuels and lubricants. Infineum additives are in 1 in 3 vehicles worldwide, and are designed to improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions and enable cleaner transportations. With production facilities worldwide and regional business and technology centers in the UK, US, Singapore and China, there has never been a better time to start a career at Infineum.

Infineum’s successes are built on the exceptional talents of our bright and highly skilled colleagues.  

Infineum brings together individuals from different backgrounds, cultures, and thinking styles providing remarkably different talents, perspectives, life and career experiences. We recognize that a diverse talent base creates an environment rich with innovation. We’re looking for motivated colleagues to join us where you can participate in relevant and challenging projects and we can offer the right environment for a high-performance career.

We are a Specialty Chemicals Company with powerful research and development capabilities around innovative chemistry which has a vital role to play in sustainability. We provide products needed on the journey towards the electrification of mobility, while helping to make the internal combustion engine as clean as it can be. We also use our capabilities to generate sustainability advantages to countless new markets around the world.

Role Title:  Process Design & Development Engineer

Role Function and Group:  Global Engineering

Location:  Bayway

Position Summary:     
This job is a full-time position responsible for the design and development of capital projects in Infineum’s Global Engineering group. This role requires applying process design knowledge and experience to ensure the facilities meet Infineum standards and practices. This role will also deliver projects efficiently while achieving stated goals (i.e. safety, improvement, ROI, reliability). The position requires interfacing and collaborating with site management, operations and maintenance, other global engineering specialists as well as third party inputs on design, costs, and schedule. The candidate shall be able to work in self-directed as well as collaborative environments, while maintaining a high level of accountability to the project development outcome.

Key Outputs: What we can expect from you

• Develop design specifications for varying stages of projects used to communicate the design basis and blueprint for project execution.
• Perform calculations such as hydraulics, heat and mass balances, heat transfer, instrumentation/equipment sizing, safety relief system sizing, etc.
• Develop PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment/instrument datasheets
• Assist in managing project planning and front end engineering stages of project development
• Support project execution/detailed engineering stage of project development
• Use process design knowledge to: perform proof of concept check; perform cold eyes reviews of design; apply concept from technical group to plant operations; interface with engineering specialists / project engineers / cost estimators   
• Participate in global networks involved with improving the development process and sharing process design experience

A successful candidate is likely to have: 

• Education: Bachelor degree in chemical engineering 
• Experience: 5-7 years process engineering experience required
• Experience utilizing industry design, engineering and process safety standards (i.e., ASME, API)
• Knowledge of project development and execution process; specifically stage/gate process a plus
• Attention to detail; clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Self-directed and proactive worker; strong team player in collaborative and leadership roles
• Ability to interact with organizational levels both horizontally and vertically.
• Ability to manage contract resources and a variety of projects simultaneously
• PE, PMP, MBA a plus 

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to learn and grow.  We believe there is no better way to learn than by doing, so from day one you will have the opportunity to make a real difference and develop the next generation of fuel and lubricant additives that will power transportation of the future.
• High levels of project management responsibilities
• Opportunity to gain patents for your innovative technologies
• Exposure across several key global groups and the opportunity to work with people from around the world, gaining an understanding of a commercial business as a whole
• Build a stimulating, long-term career with an inclusive company that values everyone as an individual. 
• Competitive salary, medical and retirement benefits
• Community outreach activities & social clubs – Recognition, Inclusiveness & Diversity, Environmental
• Onsite medical, café, gym, fitness classes, sports teams and secure onsite parking
• Convenient to NYC, Airport & Public Transportation

Infineum is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nearest Major Market: New York City
Nearest Secondary Market: Newark