Process Engineer I

­Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. in Lake Mary, Florida is looking for a Process Engineer.

SUMMARY

The Process Engineer is responsible for performing the process engineering design functions.  These include the design of combustion and steam turbine auxiliary systems, process equipment, process control/instrumentation design integration and start-up support.  The designs must meet contract and schedule requirements for MPW-A’s power projects in the Americas.

The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical, Aerospace or Chemical Engineering Degree and 0-2 years of experience with an EPC firm or combustion/steam turbine OEM.  This position requires an individual who is a self-starter and can work with minimal supervision and possess effective organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.  

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare heat and materials balances, PFDs.
• Develop P&IDs.
• Develop process data sheets for both instrumentation and equipment.
• Understanding of process instrumentation and control principles.
• Perform and review hydraulic calculations.
• Control valve specification and selection.
• Heat exchanger thermal calculations.
• Pump sizing.
• Travel - Up to 10%
• Perform other such duties as may be required.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a high level of understanding of the core products and technologies delivered by Mitsubishi Power.
• Actively participate in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are emphasized.
• Willing and able to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• The group shall adhere to all company policies, business practices and standard operating procedures and

• report all unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources.
• participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• contribute to building a positive team spirit.
• communicate effectively with all levels of employees.
• protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of 3rd parties.
• always maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity.
• attend, contribute to or lead meetings during Japanese normal business hours a few times per month.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EDUCATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Mechanical, Aerospace or Chemical Engineering from a four-year ABET accredited College or University and 0-2 years’ experience with an EPC firm or combustion/steam turbine OEM.

• Experience with managing P&ID’s, experience with hydraulic calculations, experience with heat and material balances is beneficial.
• A practical understanding of simple and combined cycle power plant design is beneficial.
• Hands-on experience with Smart Plant P&ID, Aspen HYSYS, and AFT Arrow/Fathom is beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Technical Knowledge: Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Fluid dynamics, P&IDs Japanese, Spanish and Portuguese language skills are not mandatory, but beneficial.
• Computer Skills: Advanced MS Excel, VBA Programming (not required but will need to learn VBA if hired)
• Communication Skills: Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be comfortable speaking to groups.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Possible travel to customer offices and construction sites is required.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture.
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.

Mitsubishi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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