Project Engineer - Intern at El Dorado

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION: 

Under close and frequent supervision, assists Engineers by performing routine engineering assignments for the Engineering Department

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: (functions considered essential as defined by ADA)

• Coordinates project assignments with those of other engineers and technicians in his/her discipline group

May be required to do some or all of the following:

• Performs engineering design calculations, sketches, technical comparisons and similar technical work as required by assignment
• Conducts research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes
• Assists design and plans layout for chemical processes on a commercial scale
• Investigates most effective arrangement of operations, such as mixing, crushing, heat transfer distillation, oxidation, hydrogenation, and polymerization
• Implements processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most cost efficient manner
• Reviews engineering drawings and recommends necessary changes
• Researches code issues and works with City, State, and County officials
• Generates construction P & ID’s
• Researches design options and documents findings for Project Engineers and/or Engineering Managers
• Surveys construction areas to plan equipment and piping layout
• Assists with other duties assigned by Project Engineers and/or Engineering Managers

 

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their manager, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

Job Requirements

Experience:

None

 

EDUCATIONAL LEVEL:

Some completed courses needed for a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering are required. 

 

PREFERRED EDUCATIONAL LEVEL:

Completion of Junior level engineering courses is preferred.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Basic knowledge of commonly used engineering concepts and ability to apply this knowledge analytically.  Basic ability to stay abreast of new technology developments and processes is essential.  Basic knowledge of Microsoft products

 

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Experience with engineering software is preferred.

 

SUPERVISORY/MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

 

WORK CONDITIONS:

Office and plant based. 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, perceive color differences,  required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards are not permitted), ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential (inability to maintain standard insurance rates is grounds for dismissal), valid State driver’s license and proof of insurance required. Depending on location must satisfactorily complete a comprehensive medical physical examination.  Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, and working in confined spaces as permitted.

 

Country: USA, State: Kansas, City: El Dorado, Company: HollyFrontier Corporation.