Process Development Engineer Jobs

The Process Development Engineer is responsible for designing, coordinating, and executing experimental laboratory, scaleup, and demonstration studies to develop new or improved processes for multiple Shell businesses.

Where you fit in –

This position is in the Process Development department within the Chemicals, Downstream Process and Biotechnology VPship in PT Technology. Process Development is a global team with ~80 staff with expertise in developing new technology and processes across a Technology Development Funnel. We develop and de-risk innovative yet pragmatic process technology solutions to support the growth ambition of the Chemicals, Low Carbon Fuels and New Energies businesses. A strong linkage to Catalysis is also seen as a key enabler to be successful in the delivery of process development. The successful candidate will play a key role in development programs for global Chemicals, Low Carbon Fuels and Long-Range Research/New Energies, supporting a wide spectrum of customers over time as programs evolve.

What’s the role -

Depending on the scope of projects, accountabilities can include:

• Identify and propose new R&D programs for funding.
• Understand and assure safety and environmental compliance in their respective laboratories/work areas and the broader Process Development department.
• Design and model conceptual processes and scale up.
• Recommend patent action arising from research programs.
• Formulate experimental programs/test runs (laboratory - bench - pilot scale) with attention to safety.
• Define and execute risk mitigation plans for internal and external technology developments at all stages of development.
• Plan operational campaigns, including logistics, resourcing, operational conditions, analysis schemes and modifications to units.
• Provide direction and support to laboratory experimentalists and/or team of scientists and experimentalists to execute experimental programs.
• Coach and mentor less experienced staff.
• Perform data analysis, document results of experimental studies and make recommendations for future action.
• Understand business needs in technology development and assure alignment with research and development programs.
• Provide engineering support for a variety of technology development programs associated with Chemicals, Biofuels, and New Energies Research and Technology (NERT).
• Share best practices in the area of process development and provide challenge/expertise to other projects.
• Lead Process Development projects.
• Interface with project sponsors and customers.
• Identify, manage and support external technology collaborations (ETCs) and serve as focal point for these activities.

What we need from you -

• A legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
• Degree in Chemical Engineering, or equivalent (MS or PhD preferred) with at least five (5) years relevant operations, manufacturing, and/or R&D experience in petrochemicals, refining or other process technology.

Specific skills and experiences must include:

• Process modeling/simulation experience (e.g., Aspen, PRO/II, etc.) and the ability to use/learn new process simulation tools.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques such as gas chromatography.
• Experience with process safety processes including Management of Change, HAZOP, PHA, and PSM bowtie analysis, either in manufacturing operations and/or R&D.
• Experience with design/planning/modification/operation of experimental facilities (laboratory and/or pilot).
• Experience with experimental process studies in laboratories and/or pilot plants.
• Demonstrated leadership in applying health, safety, security and environmental standards and principles, including visible safety leadership.

Other skills and experiences can include:

• Proven networking and teamworking skills.
• Capability to mentor and direct the work of laboratory experimentalists/operators.
• Experience as an operations support engineer (OSE) or manufacturing support engineer for multiple refining and/or petrochemical units.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and accommodating without compromising key objectives and milestones.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Basic understanding of the stages of the Technology Development Funnel, all the way from ideation through proof of concept, scale up, and commercialization.
• Self-directed, delivery focus, and can-do attitude.
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) at various levels - management, business sponsors, outside Shell, with process engineering and laboratory technicians.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated understanding of and comfort in dealing with a diversity of cultures, work practices and customs.
• Demonstrated ability to work in global teams.

Company description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in among other exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of oil products, chemicals, electric power, renewables and energy solutions.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…

We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment processes, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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