Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany OverviewFuel Tech is a leading technology company engaged in the worldwide development, commercialization, and application of state-of-the-art proprietary technologies for air pollution control, process optimization, combustion efficiency, and advanced engineering services. These technologies enable customers to operate efficiently in a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable manner. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN OUR WARRENVILLE, ILLINOIS OFFICE.Position Overview:Instrument and Controls (PE-IC) is responsible for controls design and instrumentation application associated with FTI projects. The candidate will be knowledgeable of PLC and DCS technology platforms and their applications, and have the ability to generate or review and approve project documentation such as functional descriptions, panel layout drawings, logic drawings, controls lists (BOM, I/O, Alarm and Setpoint Lists) as well as complete Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) in vendor locations or in the commissioning phase of projects in the field. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Perform I/C project duties and support projects as requiredPerform component selection and logic sequence designInterface with Controls suppliers, vendors, consultants and contractorsReview I/C information / drawings from sub-contractorsWrite Functional Description, Sequences of Operation, Equipment Manuals, System Descriptions, and design criteria for I/C systemsAssist with the establishment of control methodology and strategy based upon discussions with Project and Process Engineering and other FTI personnelCreate Various I/C drawings including SAMA Diagrams (both analog and digital), electrical drawings, and one-line drawingsCreate Operator Screen designsEstablish Safety System criteria for I/C designParticipate in sub-contractor shop testing (FAT), FTI shop equipment testing and FTI project start-upMaintain communication channels with Rockwell Software, Revere Electric and other I/C OEM companies.Keep current on I/C industry development, especially PLC technology, capabilities and pricingKeep Sub-contractors informed on FTI project schedule requirements to ensure on-time delivery of components and systems. Maintain proper electrical and I/C record keeping and storage (cut sheets, design documents, drawings) .Be available to help FTI field personnel troubleshoot day-to-day field electrical and I/C issuesKnowledgeable in both ISA and KKS tagging platforms and capable of generating such tagging schemes based on client requirements.Working knowledge of eWon or other remote networking capabilities.Technical Skills Required:Programming Allen-Bradley PLC products. Emphasis on Control Logix family (Control Logix and Compact Logix) and some understanding of SLC 500, MicroLogix. Allen-Bradley Panelview and Panelview Plus ProductsAllen-Bradley FactoryTalk View Products (ME and SE)Other platform knowledge is welcome and will be consideredInstrumentation and device set-up (flow, pressure, temperature, and control valves), loop checks and trouble-shootingCreation, review and modification of SAMA drawingsProgramming Operator Interface Computers using FactoryTalk View SE or RSView 32KKS & ISA tagging generation/knowledgeEducation and Experience:B.S. in Engineering (Electrical strongly preferred)3-5 years of experience as a Project Engineer with instrument and controls emphasis (or demonstrate equivalent experience) Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Travel Requirements:This position requires travel (minimum of 25%) both domestically and internationally and may require extended periods of two weeks or more in the field. EEO statement:We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Please visit https://www.ftek.com/ for additional information including our Comprehensive benefits package.
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany OverviewFuel Tech is a leading technology company engaged in the worldwide development, commercialization, and application of state-of-the-art proprietary technologies for air pollution control, process optimization, combustion efficiency, and advanced engineering services. These technologies enable customers to operate efficiently in a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable manner. Position Overview This is a technical individual contributor role within the Process Engineering department and recognized for its expertise within the organization. May use sophisticated computer tools and scientific methods to assist with analyses. Properly documents the technical basis for the analysis and prepares comprehensive reports or white papers that clearly communicate the results. Consistently high-quality independent work is expected. Primary ResponsibilitiesProvides process design and technical support for Fuel Tech products including Selective Non-Catalytic Reduction (SNCR), Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR), and water treatment technology.Uses Computation Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Flow Modeling to optimize and confirm designs. Gathers and analyzes data, formulates a resolution plan and executes the plan to produce the desired outcome; seeks technical support of peers and industry experts as required. Uses customer data and specifications as a framework to create and optimize process designs.Recognizes when additional data is required and can assess the risk of proceeding with missing data.Pushes the boundaries of designs to create a competitive edge for Fuel Tech while quantifying the risks associated.Assesses the viability of different injection strategies to control pollutants.Assesses plant layouts and equipment for applicability of Fuel Tech’s technology and can create visuals to show changes required for successful implementation. Utilizes computer tools, spreadsheets, graphics, design tables, databases and other methods to produce viable, creative solutions. Maintains thorough understanding of FTI technologies, engineering methods, procedures, and materials required in the execution of those technologies.Follows engineering standards, design basis, accepted industry practices, quality verification of work product and related technical and administrative control procedures.Seeks ways to continuously improve the FTI products and/or reduce costs.Prepares reports, procedure manuals, white papers and reporting tools as required to keep the company apprised of key metrics.Presents information and responds to questions from peers, clients, senior management, regulators and external engineering professionals and vendors. Adheres to FTI policies, procedures, safety and quality programs, company objectives, and core values.Maintains awareness of technical developments in the industry related to FTI technologies and adopts technology as appropriate.Maintains relationships with key vendors to facilitate design iterations. Does not directly supervise employees. Education and ExperienceRequires a BS and MS in Science or Engineering; a Doctorate in a related topic and/or a PE License is desirable. Proven proficiency with the given disciplines of the position and experience with utility boilers, industrial furnaces and related equipment is essential. Requires a minimum of 10 years of demonstrated SNCR, SCR, or water treatment experience. Knowledge: Knowledge of scientific principles, methods and their application to practical process problems. Strong engineering skills and ability to use complicated spreadsheets and computer tools to solve assigned projects. Familiar with the operation practices within power plants and industrial boilers. Works with minimal supervision and oversight and is able to make technical decisions. Generates creative solutions, demonstrates attention to detail, identifies and resolves complex technical problems in a timely manner.Reads, analyzes and interprets technical data and information. Skills: Familiar with Detailed Structural Drawings, Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Logic Diagrams, and other engineering documentation.Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling experience is preferred but not required. CAD experience preferred but not required. Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical data and information. Strong computer skills. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Presents information and responds to questions from peers, clients, senior management, regulators and external engineering professionals and vendors. Travel Requirements:Travel (up to 15%) and may involve extended periods of one week in the field and/or international travel. Occasional work in industrial environments for short periods of time in support of field data gathering, troubleshooting, and new process implementation.EEO statement: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Please visit https://www.ftek.com/ for additional information including our Comprehensive benefits package.
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany OverviewFuel Tech is a leading technology company engaged in the worldwide development, commercialization and application of state-of-the-art proprietary technologies for air pollution control, process optimization, combustion efficiency, and advanced engineering services. These technologies enable customers to operate efficiently in a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable manner. Position OverviewA professional-level field engineering role that works independently and requires a solid knowledge of engineering, and power generation work practices. The Field Engineer is responsible for field engineering activities of assigned projects, including solving problems, understanding detailed design, project documentation and the actions needed to successfully installation, start-up, commission, troubleshooting of equipment at the project site and field close-out of projects for one or more clients. Responsibilities may include creating unique engineering solutions, checking work of other field engineers, training client employees; addressing field-based complaints and field-based problems; and maintaining a professional interface with the client. The Field Engineer will work with limited direction from his/her supervisor. The Field Engineer may work autonomously or with others.Primary ResponsibilitiesCompletes detailed daily log reports and provides summary reports as needed or requested to provide updates on field activities and status. Discusses and understands project scope and schedule as provided by Project Execution personnel.Directly performs and/or supervises the field equipment startup, commissioning and prepares all logs/records/reports to document the process and results.Troubleshoots and if necessary, repairs/re-engineers the equipment in the field to accomplish project deliverables.Communicates project status through project reports, meeting minutes, action lists and all other required communications.Works with clients to understand their concerns and needs; keeps them informed and apprised of progress; and endeavors to keep the clients satisfied with Fuel Tech and its products.Adheres to Fuel Tech policies, including standards, quality, procedures and work instructions (checklists), affirmative action, equal opportunity policies, safety plans and assigned goals. Always performs the job in a safe and responsible manner; abiding by all laws, codes and site-specific work rules; and striving to delight the client with performance and results.Creates “lessons learned”/”incident reports” documenting extraordinary concerns encountered during field activity to share with other project execution team members.Education and ExperienceBS in Engineering (Mechanical, or Chemical preferred.)Requires a minimum of 3-5 years of demonstrated project field engineering experience. First-hand experience with SNCR or SCR is preferred. Proficiency with the given disciplines of the position and significant experience with utility boilers, industrial furnaces and related equipment is essential. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesStrong competency in the use of Project Management, Spreadsheet and Word Processing software.Knowledge: Working knowledge of field engineering tools and methods and of power plant equipment and operations. Experience with the operation and maintenance of pumps, valves, instrumentation, electrical equipment and controls in a given design. Mechanical aptitude required.Abilities: Works with little supervision and oversight; completes field assignments with diligence and professionalism. Applies engineering and mechanical principles to solve field problems. Demonstrates attention to detail and can develop and articulate field problems graphically and verbally. Prioritizes and plans work activities with little support. Skills: Reads, analyzes and interprets technical data and information. Ability to plan and organization activities. Writes reports, business correspondence, and assists with procedure manuals. Presents information and responds to questions from peers, senior management, clients and vendors. Ability to make independent decisions that balance technical and business aspects. Established competency in the use of Communication Software (i.e. e-mail), Field Engineering, Spreadsheet, Presentation and Word Processing software.Travel and Physical Requirements50-75% travel but may involve extended periods in the field and/or international travel to support critical outage projects with extended work hours on occasion. Routinely requires work in hot, dirty environments for periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.EEO statement: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.ftek.com/en-US/Please visit https://www.ftek.com/ for additional information including our Comprehensive benefits package.
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany OverviewFuel Tech is a leading technology company engaged in the worldwide development, commercialization, and application of state-of-the-art proprietary technologies for air pollution control, process optimization, combustion efficiency, and advanced engineering services. These technologies enable customers to operate efficiently in a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable manner. Position Overview:Responsible for day-to-day project engineering activities. May also be involved in the installation, start-up and troubleshooting of the equipment at the project site. Works with minimal direction from his/her supervisor and may be functionally assigned to a Project Manager for a specific project.
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN OUR WARRENVILLE, ILLINOIS HEADQUARTERSEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Prepares detailed project engineering designs for medium to large projects including development of the flow and pressure tables for the process flow diagram, pipe sizing, and pump and control valve sizing and selection. Ensuring that all equipment and services meet applicable codes and standards for design, safety, and qualityProduces and utilizes all engineering drawings necessary to construct the project including P&ID, fabrication, BOM, and vendor drawings; may check the drawings of other engineersGenerates and processes equipment and electrical/controls (in conjunction with the Electrical, Instrument and Controls Manager) purchase orders and follows-up on delivery of items. Coordinates orders and deliveries with mechanical, electrical, and structural fabrication vendors. Responsible for drafting CAR or NCR documents as needed for assigned projectsSupervises and monitors equipment fabrication including system modules, equipment enclosures, tanks, chemical process vessels, etc.; may document results of equipment testingMay schedule equipment shipping, including shipping between vendors and to customerExecutes field equipment startup, commissioning and may prepare all logs/records/reports to document the process and resultsCommunicates project status through project reports, meeting minutes, action lists and all other required communicationsMaintains awareness of technical developments in assigned areas. Recommend new products or improved sources for goods and services to the supervisorCoaches, mentors, and provides limited training to junior level project engineers; may review the technical work of junior level project engineers, provide feedback, and have input into performance evaluations, but is not responsible for preparing and administering performance evaluationsAdheres to Fuel Tech policies, procedures, safety plans and assigned goals, and abides by all laws, codes, and site-specific work rules. Strives to exceed the client’s expectationsThis position does not directly supervise Fuel Tech employees and is based on self-direction.Required Skills/Abilities: Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of engineering tools and methods. Requires knowledge of boiler plant work practices. Considerable experience with the selection of pumps, valves, instrumentation, electrical equipment, and controls. Proficient with process industry standards and safety codes, (e.g., AWS D1.1 & D1.6, ASME B31., NFPA 85 and UBC). Exposure and/or demonstrated proficiency with hydraulic pipe modeling software such as AFT, Flow of Fluids, Bentley Pipe Design and Analysis Software.Abilities: Able to perform duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision and oversight. Apply engineering principles to solve complicated design problems. Demonstrates attention to detail and can develop and articulate design concepts graphically and verbally. Understands and can discuss complex project scope and schedule. Prioritizes and plans for work activities.Skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets technical data and information. Planning and organization skills. Good computer tool skills. Writes reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Mechanical, electrical and construction systems experience and proficiency. Presents complex information and responds professionally to questions from peers, clients, and vendors.Leadership (Priority)– Demonstrated ability to command authority and influence others at all levels, both internally and external.Strong business acumen—demonstrated ability to make appropriate decisions (independently) for the team (and for FTI) that address both technical and business dimensions simultaneously.Ability to provide proactive vision and direction for the Engineering team and communicate that direction to the employee base at FTI under the direction of the Manager, Project Engineering.Language and Presentation Skills (Priority) - Ability to effectively present information, deliver presentations and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, skilled trades and the general public. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations and communicate pertinent information to the team and FTI population. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Analytical - Synthesizes information; Collects and researches data; Applies workflows, checklists, work instructions and procedures. Ability to prioritize and solve practical problems and apply good engineering judgement during the life of a project. Work in in office or site conditions where there may be limited or ambiguous guidance available on solving technical control issues.Communication Skills - Speaks and writes clearly and can articulate a controls issue with clarity. Is able to understand verbal and written instruction. Is able to be effective while working under tight deadlines or situations where individual performance is critical to project success. Keeps management aware of higher-level issues and understands the importance of timely communications.Design – Follows standards and instructions and can generate creative solutions to the benefit of the client and Fuel Tech, Inc. Applies solid documentation and organization to design deliverables. Maintains keen awareness to detail. Maintains understanding and application of current design codes.Problem Solving - Gathers and analyzes key information to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.Excellence and Quality Management – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Specific computer or testing skills may be required for specific assignments. Must have experience with industry design standards and codesJudgment – Displays good engineering judgment and decision-making skills.Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities without daily supervision. Plans for additional resources; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.Education and Experience:Requires a BS in Engineering and experience with AFT Arrow, SNCR and SCR.A master’s degree and/or a PE license is desirable.Proficient with the primary responsibilities of the position and extensive experience with utility boilers, industrial furnaces and related equipment is essential.Established competency in the use of Project Design, Spreadsheet, Presentation and Word Processing software.Requires 10 to 12 years of project engineering with broad experience in designing and executing engineering projects.Travel Requirements:Travel (
