Heartwell Renewables · 5 months ago
Renewables Diesel Unit Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Hastings,NE,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expHeartwell Renewables is a company focused on the sustainable production of renewable fuels. The RDU Subject Matter Expert will lead the technical and operational readiness for the Renewable Diesel Unit, collaborating with various departments to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Oil & Energy
No H1B
Responsibilities
Review basis of design, interlocks, and P&IDs to get familiar with plant
Review isolation plans for equipment to ensure necessary equipment is installed
Develop normal operating, normal shut down, emergency shut down and startup procedures, including hydrocarbon purging, pressure-up sequences, and initial commissioning
Write or refine SOPs, checklists, and forms in collaboration with PSM and operations teams
Manage and support Management of Change (MOC) and Pre-Start-Up Safety Review (PSSR) processes
Assist in policy creation to manage unique hazards associated with the RDU, aligning with PSM, API, NFPA, and OSHA standards
Organize and lead operator and craft training before and after startup
Review design changes requested by supervisor
Review SOPs, checklists, and forms for area
Help to develop startup procedures
Review and assist with policy creation to consider dangers/hazards of the RDU
Help develop action item list/tracker for what is needed prior to startup and ongoing operations
Review maintenance plans for area equipment
Assist in developing list of items needed for operations (tools, review spares suggestions, etc.)
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3–5 years in refinery, chemical processing, or energy sector lead roles
Minimum 2 years directly involved in commissioning or startup support activities
Experience in process industry including but not limited to: renewable or bio-diesel production, steam reformation, oil and gas industry, hydro treating, and/or a PSM regulated facility
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, instrumentation interlocks, and field devices
Experience developing startup procedures, SOPs, and checklists
Familiarity with process safety inputs including PHA, HAZOP, MOC, and PSSR frameworks
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willing to relocate to Nebraska and work on site in Hastings, NE
Comfortable working in an industrial work environment that may include loud areas, work at heights, entry into confined spaces, and other potential chemical/atmospheric hazards that require use of appropriate PPE
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must be legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship
Preferred
Experience with refinery or renewable diesel units (RDUs) or similar pre-treatment systems
Familiarity with Maintenance Management Systems (e.g. Maximo, SAP) or Engineering Management Systems (e.g. Enablon, PRiSM)
Certification or advanced training in Process Safety Management, Lean/Six Sigma, or energy management standards
Benefits
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for career growth and development
Company
Heartwell Renewables
The Heartwell Renewables refinery project in Hastings, Nebraska is a project of Love’s to produce and market renewable diesel.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase