Process Engineer

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PROCESS ENGINEER/PROJECT MANAGER

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J H Operating Company, LLC is an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management firm serving the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. We are seeking a PROCESS ENGINEER who is ready to contribute across the full project lifecycle—from process simulation to commissioning.

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The PROCESS ENGINEER will be responsible for designing, optimizing, and managing processes involved in the extraction, production, and processing of oil and gas and will provide engineering and commissioning support for new capital industrial infrastructure projects such as multi-well production facilities, large central gathering stations, oil terminals, and saltwater disposals. The role and skill set is a key position in expanding JH’s services to the midstream and downstream sectors.

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The position will report to Derek Blough, Engineering Supervisor.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Process Design & Optimization n
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  • Design and optimize oil & gas production, processing, and water treatment systems
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  • Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
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  • Perform simulations and calculations (e.g., ProMax) to size equipment and optimize conditions
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  • Identify efficiency, cost reduction, and safety improvement opportunities
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• Project Engineering & Execution n
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  • Lead and manage process engineering scope across multiple capital projects
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  • Provide technical support during design, construction, and commissioning phases
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  • Participate in hazard reviews and safety evaluations
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  • Support automation and controls team through cause & effect reviews
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  • Review 3D piping models and facility layouts to ensure constructability and operability
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  • Develop and maintain alarm/trip settings, process narratives, operating procedures, and training documents
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• Field Support & Team Collaboration n
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  • Participate in Operational Readiness Inspections (ORI) and field commissioning
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  • Interface with client teams, equipment fabricators, and third-party vendors
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  • Mentor junior engineers and support internal knowledge sharing
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  • Step into general project management roles when process engineering scope is limited
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Qualifications

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Required:

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• BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
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• 5+ years of process engineering experience (upstream oil & gas )
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• Strong understanding of:n
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  • Process modeling and simulation (ProMax )
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  • DCS/PLC systems and process safety
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  • Plant design and operational reliability
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• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
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• Willingness to travel 10–15% to client sites, vendors, and fabricators
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• Autodesk Plant 3D (P&ID and 3D modeling)
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• ProMax
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• Programming experience (Python, VBA, etc.)
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• Familiarity with midstream and downstream facilities
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• Experience with gas and liquids gathering systems
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Why J H?
We’re not just another EPCm firm; we’re a team that moves fast, supports each other, and builds real relationships with our clients. If you’re ready to take ownership, collaborate across disciplines, and help shape the next phase of our growth, we’d love to hear from you.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to , , , national , , citizenship, , marital status, , , or expression, , or veteran status.

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Company DescriptionJ H Operating Company, LLC, is a small but well-established engineering and project management firm primarily supporting the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. We were founded in 2018 and continue to steadily grow.Company DescriptionJ H Operating Company, LLC, is a small but well-established engineering and project management firm primarily supporting the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. We were founded in 2018 and continue to steadily grow.