Process Engineer I

About the Role

The Entry-Level Process Engineer focuses on the design and engineering of manufacturing facility and equipment, supporting facility infrastructure and critical utility systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the documentation of the process design scope in coordination with other disciplines.
• Works closely with other architects, engineers and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a coordinated, constructible and complete design.
• Self-checks own work but communicates often with peers and Supervisor.
• Able to work on one or more projects concurrently and manage time effectively.
• Solves complex problems under the direction and supervision of a mentor or supervisor.
• Project work may include all levels of design such as studies, conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration.
• Works on matters of basic complexity in a support role under the direction of more experienced Process Engineers.

Engineering Deliverables

• Block and Process Flow Diagrams
• User Requirements Specifications
• Equipment List
• Equipment General Arrangements
• Equipment Datasheets
• Utility Summary
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

Requirements & Tech Stack

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical or bioprocess engineering
• 0 to 3 years of experience in a design firm setting
• Fundamentals of Engineering exam registration or completion preferred
• Fundamental experience with performing engineering calculations, developing and implementing list of discipline systems designs
• Fundamental experience with chemistry/biochemistry
• Fundamental experience with process modeling, material and energy balances and basic sizing calculations
• Fundamental experience with fluid mechanics, hydraulic modeling and fundamental heat transfer
• Strong communication skills and ability to participate in internal cross-discipline project team coordination
• Proficient at fundamental discipline design calculations under the supervision of an engineer
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required
• Proficiency in engineering software applications including computer-aided drafting, process modeling and calculation programs