SR. RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIST - PILOT PLANT OPERATIONS
Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX
Objectives of this Role :
- Lead shifts and operations to successfully and safely operate pilot plants.
- Responsible for and overseeing all the operations team (including inexperienced engineers), they will report to the project engineer or project manager.
- Develop quality data for process design and development, Responsible for implanting and maintaining safety programs for pilot units.
- Maintain good project records, logbooks and procedures.
- Directly report to management and clients with regard to pilot plant operations.
- Support pilot plant operations in many different technology areas, from renewable fuels to carbon capture.
- Maintain and support a safety and operating culture consistent with previously successfully operated pilot plants.
- Prepare documentation and operating plans for pilot plant operations; setup all things for operations, review P&IDs, conduct engineering change records (ECRs), upload and evaluate process data, troubleshoot operations ).
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities :
- Plant commissioning, startup, shutdown, maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Follow operating policies and procedures for safe and efficient operations.
- Perform plant rounds and develop safe operating procedures.
- Troubleshoot and develop engineering change records, job safety analysis, work orders, etc.
- Train staff and conduct board operations and data collections.
- Work with pilot plant design and fabrication teams to develop new and improved process designs.
Requirements :
- Requires an Associates in Chemical Technology, Process Technology, or Operations Technology or directly related with related experience
- Shift work required
- 10-15 years : Experience with plant operations, maintenance, and experience working with teams (supervising and / or training)
- A valid / clear driver's license is required
Full-time