Process Engineer - Technology Evaluation and Sustainability

At Quest Global, it's not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place-to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

We are seeking an experienced Process Engineer with strong expertise in technology evaluation, process design, energy efficiency assessment, and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions analysis. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating and comparing competing process technologies for industrial projects, identifying optimal technical solutions, and providing quantitative assessments of energy consumption, carbon emissions, operational performance, and economic viability.

The role requires a solid understanding of process engineering principles, sustainability metrics, decarbonization strategies, and the ability to support technology selection decisions through rigorous technical and environmental evaluations.

Key Responsibilities
Perform technical evaluations of process technologies for energy, chemical, petrochemical, refining, gas processing, hydrogen, carbon capture, and industrial decarbonization projects.

• Develop and compare process technology options based on:
  • Energy efficiency
  • GHG emissions
  • Utility consumption
  • Process performance
  • Capital expenditure (CAPEX)
  • Operating expenditure (OPEX)
  • Reliability and operability
• Conduct process simulations and engineering studies to quantify energy usage and process efficiencies.
• Establish energy balances and identify opportunities for process optimization and heat integration.
• Evaluate technologies using sustainability and decarbonization criteria.
• Prepare technology screening studies, feasibility studies, and concept selection reports.
• Perform benchmarking of technologies against industry standards and best available techniques.
• Support front-end engineering and concept development activities.
• Develop technical evaluation matrices and decision-making frameworks for technology selection.
• Identify opportunities for:
  • Energy savings
  • Carbon reduction
  • Utility optimization
  • Process improvement
• Collaborate with licensors, technology providers, project teams, and clients during technology assessment exercises.
• Prepare and present technical recommendations to stakeholders and management.

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in process engineering and technology evaluation.
• Proven experience evaluating multiple process technologies and preparing technology comparison studies.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Process Design Fundamentals
  • Heat and Mass Transfer
  • Thermodynamics
  • Energy Integration
  • Process Optimization
• Experience performing energy efficiency assessments and carbon footprint evaluations.
• Familiarity with industry sustainability and decarbonization initiatives.
• Proficiency in process simulation tools such as:
  • Aspen HYSYS
  • Aspen Plus
  • PRO/II
  • Petro-SIM
  • UniSim Design
• Ability to develop energy and carbon performance indicators.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical report writing and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in:
  • Hydrogen production technologies
  • Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS)
  • Renewable fuels
  • Sustainable aviation fuels (SAF)
  • Energy transition projects
• Experience conducting techno-economic assessments (TEA).
• Exposure to digital engineering and advanced process analytics.

Key Competencies

• Technology Evaluation & Selection
• Process Design and Optimization
• Energy Efficiency Analysis
• GHG Emissions Assessment
• Sustainability and Decarbonization
• Process Simulation
• Techno-Economic Evaluation
• Technical Reporting
• Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Stakeholder Management

Typical Deliverables

• Technology Screening Reports
• Comparative Technology Assessment Studies
• Energy Efficiency Evaluations
• GHG Emissions Assessment Reports
• Utility Consumption Analysis
• Process Performance Benchmarking Studies
• Technical Due Diligence Reports
• Feasibility and Concept Study Reports
• Decarbonization Roadmaps
• Technology Selection Recommendations

Ideal Candidate Profile

A Process Engineer with demonstrated experience in technology evaluation and selection, capable of comparing multiple process technologies based on energy efficiency, GHG emissions, process performance, and economics. The candidate should be able to provide data-driven recommendations that support sustainable and low-carbon engineering solutions while meeting technical and business objectives.