Process Design Engineer

At Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC), we transform people’s lives by energizing and connecting our world through silicon technology. Since 1961, HSC has been a leading global provider of hyper-pure polysilicon, and is the only polysilicon manufacturer headquartered in the United States. HSC plays an essential role in the semiconductor and solar industries, with the vision of becoming the preferred supplier of silicon-enabled technologies to the low-carbon, digital world.

Our polysilicon is used to make computer chips – the “brains” behind the electronic devices we rely on to make our lives easier, safer and more enjoyable. HSC is just one of six major manufacturers in the world that makes polysilicon used to create semiconductor wafers. In fact, nearly all electronic devices in the world contain HSC polysilicon.

We’re also moving the world toward a greener future by supplying the rapidly growing solar power industry. HSC is committed to doing good for our local Michigan and global communities, relentlessly improving our operations to remove supply chain carbon emissions. The low embodied greenhouse gas emissions in our polysilicon materials facilitates the production of ultra low-carbon solar panels. These panels allow solar project developers and owners to lower the embodied carbon of their projects by up to 50 percent.

To achieve our goals, we draw on the talents of more than 1,350 employees and contractors. Our employees thrive in a culture that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. We recognize and value the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all of our people working together as One Team. At HSC, you belong to a team that is transforming our world.

High level summary of job

Process Design serves as the Chemical Engineering support on site capital projects within the Portfolio Management Office. The Process Design Engineer is responsible for developing a detailed understanding of project goal(s) with stakeholders, evaluating alternatives to achieve the desired outcome(s), and delivering a thorough definition of the recommended solution (FEL 0 - FEL 3).

Essential functions of the job

• Developing detailed project charters and scope through sponsor interviews
• Identifying, evaluating, and recommending alternatives for technology, cost, and operability
  • Coordinating cost estimation for projects prior to project team kick-off
  • Coordinating economic assessment for growth and cost savings projects
  • Developing and maintaining process design tool kits
• Execute relief valve calculations and file updates.
• Application of ASPEN simulation tools as well as the design, sizing, and specification of the necessary equipment
• Developing piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
• Identification and application of all applicable internal and external standards, codes, and regulation
• Execution of all required process hazard assessments to ensure safety in designs
• Facilitation of the assembly of the process design package at the completion of front-end definition, as required per discretion of Project Manager and/or Capital Engineering Manager (strongly recommended for projects being shelved or with capital investment >$2M)

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and/or prompt the following information generation for each project (as applicable):
  • Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)
  • Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
  • Process Pressure and Temperature Analysis (PPTA)
  • Equipment Datasheets
  • Process Conditions Datasheets
  • Process Design Equipment Record Forms
  • Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)
  • Cause and Effect Tables (CETs)
  • Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
  • Over-pressure Protection (i.e. UG-140 Overpressure Protection by System Design)
  • Process Overview Narrative
• Complete work orders as directed.
• Support the development and maintenance of process design NWG as directed.
• Maintain HSC process design SSGs to reflect industry best practices and internal requirements.

Skills

• Strong oral, written, and personal communication skills
• Capable of working independently or in multi-discipline teams
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization as well as external vendors
• Proven skills with ASPEN or an equivalent process simulation software
• Technical expertise

Education Requirements

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering.

Work Experience

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in manufacturing operations and an engineering environment.

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HSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at:

989.301.5333
or email your request to
G1HSC-HR@hscpoly.com
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Req No. 634