Business Details
30 Years
experience
Expert Process Engineering Solutions in Houston, TX
Established in 1996, Stratus Engineering is a Houston-based process engineering consulting firm specializing in the refining, gas processing, and chemical industries. Our expertise spans from small-scale consulting engagements to comprehensive multi-million-dollar projects, leveraging over three decades of industry experience. We deliver tailored solutions through a team of seasoned professionals, including registered engineers with specialized knowledge in hydrocarbon processing and chemical operations. Our approach emphasizes cost-effective project execution, technical excellence, and maintaining flexibility to address client-specific challenges. Registered with the Texas Board of Professional Engineers, we uphold rigorous professional standards while providing services ranging from process design and control optimization to safety analysis and troubleshooting.Our engineers' extensive field experience ensures cohesive project management across all phases, particularly for revamps and debottlenecking initiatives. With proficiency in industry-standard modeling tools and a commitment to fundamental engineering principles, we develop reliable designs that meet evolving industry demands. Our membership in ISNetworld and DISA reflects our dedication to operational integrity and client value. Through strategic problem-solving and advanced simulation capabilities, we support clients from conceptual studies through project construction. Our technical leadership team combines deep domain expertise with practical implementation experience to deliver measurable improvements in operational efficiency and safety.
Services
Process Design
Process Studies
Process Control
Process Safety
Troubleshooting
Economic Analysis
Project Management
Cost Estimating
Startup Support
Dynamic Modeling
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized process engineering experience in hydrocarbon industries
- Our engineers hold professional registrations with the Texas Board of Professional Engineers
- We provide end-to-end project support from conceptual studies to construction implementation
- Our team maintains expertise in all major process simulation platforms including HYSYS and AspenPlus
- We combine technical proficiency with practical field experience for real-world solutions
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Professional Engineers
Services
Process Design
Our process design services utilize advanced simulation tools and 30+ years of engineering expertise to create optimized solutions for chemical and hydrocarbon processing facilities. We develop comprehensive design packages including material balances, process flow diagrams, and equipment specifications. Our approach ensures operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
Process Safety
We deliver comprehensive process safety solutions including HAZOP studies, flare system analysis, and LOPA risk assessments. Our engineers use dynamic simulation tools to evaluate overpressure scenarios and develop effective protection strategies. With extensive experience in regulatory compliance, we help clients maintain safe operations across refining and chemical processing facilities.
Troubleshooting
Our troubleshooting services combine on-site expertise with remote data analysis to resolve operational challenges. Engineers with decades of field experience diagnose equipment performance issues, analyze process deviations, and develop corrective action plans. We specialize in resolving complex problems affecting production efficiency and product quality in processing plants.
Process Studies
We conduct detailed process studies for grassroots projects and facility revamps. Our services include hydraulic analysis, unit optimization, and dynamic simulation modeling to evaluate process alternatives. With expertise in debottlenecking and capacity assessments, we help clients make informed investment decisions based on technical and economic evaluations.
Process Control
Our process control services focus on optimizing plant performance through advanced control strategies. We develop instrumentation specifications, tuning parameters, and control logic diagrams to enhance operational efficiency. By integrating control system design with process requirements, we deliver solutions that improve product consistency and reduce energy consumption in processing operations.
People
Don Schneider
President
Founder and president of Stratus Engineering with 35 years of experience in process design and project management for petroleum refining and chemical industries. Registered Professional Engineer in Texas with expertise in process safety and operations support.
Lidia Suarez
Chemical Engineer
Chemical engineer with 35+ years of experience in process engineering and technical translation. Specializes in refining processes and overpressure protection systems with fluency in Spanish for international project support.
Questions
What industries does Stratus Engineering specialize in?
We specialize in chemical processing, petroleum refining, and natural gas processing industries with comprehensive engineering support.
What types of projects does Stratus Engineering handle?
We manage projects ranging from small consulting assignments to multi-million dollar implementations, including process design, optimization studies, and safety analysis.
What simulation software platforms do your engineers use?
Our engineers utilize industry-standard tools including HYSYS, AspenPlus, PROII, Unisim, and specialized safety analysis software.
How does Stratus ensure project cost-effectiveness?
Our approach combines experienced personnel, flexible resource allocation, and proven engineering principles to optimize project economics.
What safety analysis capabilities does Stratus offer?
We provide comprehensive process safety services including HAZOP studies, flare analysis, LOPA risk assessments, and dynamic simulation modeling.
