UOPs Lifecycle Solutions and Technologies (LST) business unit located in Des Plaines, IL is currently offering an excellent career opportunity within the Technical Services department. The Senior Advanced Chemical Engineer will play a key role in completing the transfer of UOPs technology to ensure the safe and profitable operation of UOP-licensed or UOP-designed units. This position involves regular interaction with both external customers and internal teams at UOP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for a range of UOP technologies, with a primary focus on Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) and Treating, and potential involvement in HF Alkylation, Methanol to Olefins (MTO), and Renewables.
• Interact with external customers, including licensee/operating companies, EPC contractors, vendors, and consultants, as well as internal teams such as Field Services, Customer Success Organization (CSO), R&D, Engineering, and Business groups.
• Complete the transfer of technology to deliver UOP-licensed or UOP-designed units that operate optimally, profitably, and safely.
• Collaborate with other UOP departments involved in technology delivery, such as R&D, Sales/Sales Support, and Engineering.
• Gain exposure and knowledge of accountabilities in other areas, providing opportunities for career advancement within Technology Services and other departments like CSO, R&D, and Engineering.

Fixed Accountabilities:

• Participate in R&D technology improvement projects.
• Champion changes and improvements in supported technologies.
• Support new unit and revamped unit startups from pre-commissioning through guarantee acceptance.
• Attend customer meetings and Engineering review meetings for new units and revamps.
• Review and analyze commercial unit operating data and provide feedback.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance and conduct on-site commercial unit audits.
• Prepare and update operating manuals, process technology manuals, and training materials.
• Deliver UOP technology training courses both domestically and internationally.

Relative Accountabilities:

• Author MOIs for processes within your area of responsibility.
• Obtain Six Sigma Green Belt certification and apply tools and techniques to improvement projects.
• Assist in preparing material for and participating in Technical Symposia and Sales Meetings.

Salary Range:

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $110,000 to $138,000. Please note that the final salary offer will be determined based on various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidates work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelors degree in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
• 8+ years of experience in FCC and Treating process technologies, gained from UOP Field Operating Service, UOP Engineering, or a Refinery in process operations, technical services, or engineering design.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25 of the time.

WE VALUE

• Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Additional experience with UOP technologies such as HF Alkylation, MTO, or OCP.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Basic knowledge of one or more of the listed technologies, including their equipment and operations.