Process Integration Engineer

The Company

8 Rivers is a clean energy and climate technology company leading the global energy industry towards achieving net zero.

Since 2008, 8 Rivers has been pioneering infrastructure-scale technologies that can drastically reduce or remove CO2 emissions. We’re proud to be a growing, world-class team of engineering and business experts working together to commercialize technologies and deliver projects across multiple sectors, with a focus on oxy-combustion and ultra-low carbon intensity processes. The 8 Rivers technology portfolio includes ultra-low carbon hydrogen production (8RH2), transformative low-carbon power cycles (Allam-Fetvedt Cycle), and hyper-efficient direct air capture (Calcite). With more than $1B in funding raised into our portfolio, we hold more CO2-related patents than any other entity in the world, and we are actively deploying our technology into projects in the US and abroad. Our diversified suite of technologies was developed to help the hardest-to-decarbonize sectors to achieve their net-zero goals by prioritizing the balancing of economics and science. 8 Rivers is speeding the arrival of a net-zero world where clean energy powers human prosperity. 

Apply today if you are interested in contributing to our vision for a cleaner tomorrow, today.

The Role 

8 Rivers is seeking a Process Integration Engineer to support our ultra-low carbon hydrogen production technology – 8RH2. This pivotal role involves facilitating the seamless integration of equipment and process packages to ensure cohesive functionality within the larger system. The Process Integration Engineer will collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts to comprehend technical intricacies, facilitate information transfer, and ensure adherence to requirements. The position can be located in either our Durham, NC or Houston, TX office locations. Remote work may be considered with additional travel. 

Responsibilities 

• Collaborate with equipment and process package subject matter experts to identify, document, and implement required interfaces and specifications. 

• Lead the integration efforts to ensure the seamless interoperability of components within the 8RH2 process. 

• Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external equipment and process package suppliers to coordinate integration efforts effectively. 

• Identify opportunities for process improvements, value engineering and efficiency enhancements across the facility. 

• Facilitate technical analysis as required to resolve technical or interface issues. 

• Support internal development of 8RH2 process technology and review engineering deliverables for Basic Engineering Packages and EPC workstreams. 

• Review external project deliverables aimed at commercializing the 8RH2 technology. 

• Support technology deployment derisking efforts, with a focus on process integration. 

• Develop and implement systems, processes, and tools to enhance the efficiency of technology development management. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering.

• 7-12 years professional work experience.

• 2-5 years of experience working in relevant industries in either operation, project design/support and/or equipment design – hydrogen/syngas/ammonia production, or oil & gas/petrochemical.

• Experience in process design development or extensive use of PFDs, H&MBs, P&IDs, and participating in HAZOPs/PHA.

• Experience with technical support of capital projects at different development stages (i.e. FEED through construction & commissioning).

• Experience supporting operations directly at plant or through regional support role is desired.

• Strong foundation in multiple areas to support cross-functional support role – process knowledge, equipment/mechanical knowledge, and process controls.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information concisely for various stakeholders. 

• Exceptional organizational skills including attention to detail.

Keywords: Process Engineer, Project Engineer, Process Systems Engineer, Process Integration Engineer