Process Engineer
Stantec’s vision is to be the world’s leading integrated design practice working on large, complex, transformational projects. These projects are executed collaboratively by leveraging the collective talent within our global design practice on creativity, innovative solutions, and design capability.
The Minneapolis based process group at Stantec is consistently working on a wide variety of exciting industrial food and beverage, process, chemical, agricultural, and other manufacturing projects. From retrofit/upgrade projects to brownfield additions, to complete greenfield facility installations, we partner with clients through all phases of the project lifecycle to deliver high quality designs and outcomes.
Your Opportunity
As a Process Engineer, you will support our clients and be responsible for the process design through the life cycle of projects, from initial project definition through commissioning and start up. You will be an individual contributor to process design activities and at other times you will be responsible for overseeing other engineers on design activities.
If you can see yourself working at a vibrant company that values innovative thinking, technical excellence, passion, and a strong commitment to partnership then Stantec may be the place for you.
Reporting Relationships
This role will report internally to the group manager but will have other “soft” lines of reporting to the project managers for projects that you are working on. Although you will not have any direct reports, you will be responsible for overseeing other team members on project related activities.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to development of technical proposals.
- Responsible for the design of process and related mechanical utility (PMU) systems both as an individual contributor and oversight of a project team.
- Develop and maintain hourly budgets for PMU related project work.
- Contribute to development and updating of schedule for PMU related project work.
- Work with clients and team members including other disciplines and project manager to execute projects.
- Ensure quality assurance of PMU related work and other project procedures are followed.
Capabilities and Credentials
- 5+ years of relevant design experience of PMU systems, preferably within the design services industry.
- Experience in the development of technical documents pertaining to PMU systems including but not limited to, design memorandums, mass & energy balance, flow diagrams, piping & instrumentation diagrams, and equipment specifications.
- Knowledge of design codes, standards, and best practices applicable to PMU systems including but not limited to NFPA and ASME.
- Experience with front-end loading (FEL) or similar stage gate engineering approaches.
- Experience with oilseed processing, food plants, or RNG is a plus.
- Experience working on projects exceeding $50 million in total installed costs is a plus.
- Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with both clients and project team members, with a strong customer service attitude.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Must be able to travel regionally, conduct short overnight trips, or other.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other related discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Active Professional Engineer Licensure in good standing is preferred.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
- It is desired for this person to commute as needed to the office located in Plymouth MN, however potential for partial or full remote work either in state or out of state is possible for the right candidate.
Indoor (Office Environment) Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting. Noise level varies but generally at levels of conversation. Majority of time spent using a computer/laptop at a workstation and related office equipment. Time spent carrying, reaching, lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling up to 9 kilograms / 20 pounds Occasional – 1-33% of shift. Subject to extended periods of sitting; may be required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk short to moderate distances to perform work. Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment if needed.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties, obligations, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.