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Fossil Energy Project Engineer

NovaCore Energy, Inc.
Houston, Texas
Salary Estimate
USD 120.000 – USD 190.000
Posting Time
5 Mei 2026
Deadline
5 Mei 2027

Job description

Join a leading fossil energy company driving the next generation of efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible energy production. This role combines advanced engineering, operations optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver world-class projects across refineries, gas processing, and power generation assets.

We seek a proactive engineer with hands-on experience in process design, safety integration, and project execution. This is a high-impact role offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a clear path to leadership.

Responsibility

  • Lead process design and optimization for refinery and gas processing operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
  • Develop and review P&IDs, process simulations, and heat and mass balance calculations to support capital projects.
  • Coordinate front-end engineering, detailed design, and commissioning activities with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Perform risk assessments including HAZOP, LOPA, and safeguards integrity analyses for new and existing assets.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and vendor communications to ensure on-time project delivery.
  • Implement data-driven performance improvements using KPIs and real-time monitoring systems.
  • Lead adherence to HSE policies and environmental regulations across sites, promoting a safety-first culture.
  • Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with operations to ensure sustainable, reliable operations.

Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Petroleum Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in fossil energy, refining, or gas processing projects.
  • Strong proficiency with process simulation tools (Aspen HYSYS or Aspen Plus), P&ID development, and HAZOP/HAZID methodologies.
  • Demonstrated project management and cross-functional leadership; ability to manage budgets and schedules.
  • Solid understanding of process safety, regulatory compliance (EPA, OSHA), and environmental stewardship.
  • Experience with DCS/SCADA systems and data analytics for operational optimization.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and technical documentation skills; professional engineer license preferred.

Required Skills

Process engineering project management HAZOP P&ID Aspen HYSYS refinery optimization safety engineering data analysis regulatory compliance

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