2027 University Hire (U.S.) - Process Engineer

Bechtel Global Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel invites recent graduates to join its University Hire Program as full-time employees. You will contribute to meaningful projects, support operations and corporate functions, and accelerate your career through hands-on experience and development opportunities.

Successful candidates will demonstrate problem-solving, learning agility, and collaboration across disciplines. Assignments may be in project field environments, regional offices, or corporate offices nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited college/university within the past 12 months or upcoming 12 months.
• Eligible for the University Hire Program (typically hired within 12 months of graduation).
• Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project jobsites.
• Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the US without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Determining the sequence of operations and the selection of equipment and operating conditions required to convert a feedstock into products.
• Generating Process Flow Diagrams, Heat and Material Balances, and Process Datasheets.
• Designing the Relief System.
• Supporting disciplines to ensure that process design intent is maintained throughout the work of the downstream design disciplines.

Skills

Problem-solving

Learning agility

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Chemical Eng

Master's in Mechanical or Chemical Eng

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: National - Single
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA
• Salary Range: $87,612 - $105,144 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)
• A 15% salary uplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in New York City or San Francisco, which is subject to change depending on market conditions.).

Program Overview

At Bechtel, our University Hire Program is designed to attract, develop, and retain high-potential recent graduates who will help shape the future of our business. University Hires join Bechtel as full-time employees and contribute to meaningful projects, operational initiatives, and corporate functions that support some of the world's most complex infrastructure, engineering, and construction programs.

As a University Hire, you will gain hands‑on experience while collaborating with experienced professionals across disciplines. You will apply your academic knowledge to real‑world business challenges, develop technical and professional skills, and participate in learning and development opportunities designed to accelerate your career growth.

Successful candidates demonstrate strong problem‑solving abilities, learning agility, collaboration skills, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality results in a dynamic and team‑oriented environment. The program provides exposure to Bechtel's culture, values, and business operations while helping participants build a foundation for long‑term career success.

Work Location & Assignments

Opportunities are available across Bechtel's Global Business Units (GBU) and functional organizations. Final assignment location, business unit placement, and specific responsibilities will be determined based on business needs, candidate qualifications, and organizational priorities.

Assignments may be located in a project field environment, regional office, or corporate office setting depending on business needs. Successful candidates should be flexible and willing to work in a variety of locations and environments in support of Bechtel's projects and business operations. This may include opportunities at construction sites, project execution offices, or functional and corporate service organizations.

Job Summary

In this role, you will evaluate, select and apply standard process/chemical engineering methods to research, design, develop, and evaluate components, products, and systems. You will prepare process equipment and systems specifications and assist in the specification of suitable materials. Your work will contribute to ensuring process/chemical activities are safe, operable, and environmentally sustainable.

Major Responsibilities

• Determining the sequence of operations and the selection of equipment and operating conditions required to convert a feedstock into products.
• Generating Process Flow Diagrams, Heat and Material Balances, and Process Datasheets.
• Designing the Relief System.
• Supporting disciplines to ensure that process design intent is maintained throughout the work of the downstream design disciplines.

Education and Experience Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or university within the past twelve (12) months or upcoming twelve (12) months.
• Eligible for the University Hire Program (typically hired within 12 months of graduation).
• Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project jobsites.
• Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the US without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or university within the past twelve (12) months or upcoming twelve (12) months.
• Prior co‑op or internship experience.
• Completed relevant coursework with a strong GPA.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age,national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law),protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [e-mail]