The Mid-Level Heat Exchanger Engineer is responsible for independently executing design, analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization of shell-and-tube, plate, and air-cooled heat exchangers. You will drive performance improvements, lead small to medium-sized exchanger projects, and mentor junior engineers to ensure reliable, efficient heat-transfer operations across process units.
Design & Engineering
Develop detailed exchanger designs (sizing, material selection, mechanical drawings) using HTRI, Aspen EDR, or equivalent software.
Author and review datasheets, nozzle schedules, and piping/interface drawings for new and retrofit exchangers.
Thermal–Hydraulic Analysis
Perform advanced thermal calculations (overall heat-transfer coefficients, ∆T, pressure-drop) and validate against process requirements.
Optimize exchanger configurations for fouling resistance, cost, and footprint.
Project Management
Lead small-to-medium capital projects: vendor selection, technical bid evaluations, and on-site commissioning support.
Coordinate cross-functional activities with Procurement, Fabrication, and Construction to meet schedule and quality targets.
Inspection & Troubleshooting
Oversee condition-monitoring inspections (tube-bundle health, vibration, fouling) and interpret data to diagnose performance issues.
Implement corrective actions (cleaning, retubing, design modifications) to restore thermal efficiency.
Performance Monitoring & Optimization
Establish and track key performance indicators (approach temperature, pressure drop, thermal duty) and drive continuous improvement.
Develop cleaning strategies and preventive maintenance schedules in collaboration with Operations and Maintenance teams.
Compliance & Documentation
Ensure all designs and modifications comply with TEMA, ASME BPVC, API standards, and site safety regulations.
Maintain updated engineering records, change-control logs, and vendor documentation.
Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing
Guide and review work of junior engineers and interns; lead technical training sessions and design reviews.
Contribute to best-practice libraries and lessons-learned repositories.
Drive projects and design changes that minimize approach temperatures and pressure losses while maximizing equipment uptime.
Leverage operating data and simulation models to proactively identify degradation trends and plan interventions.
Execute exchanger installations, modifications, and turnarounds with minimal disruption and strict adherence to budget and schedule.
Apply advanced analysis methods (CFD, FEA for thermal stresses) and explore emerging technologies (e.g., nanocoatings, additive manufacturing).
Work closely with Process, Mechanical, and Maintenance teams to ensure integrated solutions and smooth handovers.
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering
Experience: 3–6 years in heat-exchanger engineering, preferably in petrochemical, power, or industrial processing
Certifications: HTRI or equivalent heat-exchanger training; familiarity with ASME, TEMA, and API standards
Proficiency in heat-exchanger design software (HTRI, Aspen EDR or similar)
Strong thermal-hydraulic calculation and troubleshooting abilities
Solid understanding of metallurgy, corrosion mechanisms, and material compatibility
Excellent project management and communication skills
Ability to mentor junior staff and present technical solutions to stakeholders
Office-based design work with regular field visits to exchanger locations and fabrication shops
Participation in turnarounds and commissioning activities, requiring flexible hours during peak periods
Strict adherence to PPE and site safety protocols during inspections and site work