Process Chemical Engineer : 203069

HKA Enterprises; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Process Chemical Engineer to design and support facility systems for complex manufacturing-tool installations in Boise.

The role spans wet/dry piping, equipment layout, and process chemicals, with collaboration across clients, manufacturers, and contractors. You will work on retrofit designs, sizing, utility packages, and construction support, including RFI/submittals, with a focus on safety and reliability in semiconductor-like environments.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of facilities engineering experience in chemical/mechanical environments.
• Design project delivery experience.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and lay out wet and dry piping, equipment, process mechanical systems, piping, and gases for complex manufacturing facilities.
• Develop retrofit designs for existing buildings to support manufacturing-tool installation, including calculations and sizing.
• Provide oversight for piping and equipment related to process mechanical systems, water, wastewater, chemicals, and gases.
• Develop utility requirement documents and installation design packages with clients and manufacturers.
• Support construction and integration activities, including on-site RFI and submittal services.
• Collaborate with clients and contractors throughout the design and construction process.
• Contribute to design, development, evaluation, and specification of engineered systems and products for building construction.

Skills

Ultrapure water systems

Chemical distribution

Gas distribution

Process piping

Water/wastewater systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Chemical/Mechanical Eng

EIT or PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Summary As a Process Chemical Engineer you will design and support process chemical and mechanical facility systems for complex manufacturing-tool installations, tenant improvements, and core infrastructure upgrades in Boise. Your work will cover wet and dry piping, equipment layout, process chemicals and gases, water and wastewater, and related facility systems, including retrofit design and equipment sizing. You will work with design staff, client equipment owners, equipment manufacturers, contractors, and other stakeholders to produce construction documents, utility requirement documents, and support construction and integration. PAY: $49.04/hr - $57.69/hr DOE LOCATION: Boise, ID 83707 WORK TYPE: Hybrid SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Job Responsibilities

• Design and lay out wet and dry piping, equipment, process mechanical systems, process chemical piping, and gases for complex manufacturing facilities.
• Develop retrofit designs for existing building systems to support manufacturing-tool installation, including engineering calculations, equipment and component sizing, selection, and specification.
• Design and provide technical oversight for piping and equipment related to process mechanical systems, water, wastewater, process chemicals, and gases.
• Develop utility requirement documents and installation design packages with client equipment owners, equipment manufacturers, and other design disciplines.
• Support construction and integration activities, including on-site RFI and submittal services.
• Work directly with clients and contractors throughout the design and construction process.
• Contribute to the design, development, application, evaluation, recommendation, and specification of engineered systems and products for building construction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• At least 3 years of practical application of chemical/mechanical facilities engineering, including ultrapure water, chemical distribution, gas distribution, process piping, exhaust, plumbing, waste drains, pumps, tank storage/design, and related chemical/mechanical facilities systems.
• At least 3 years of design project delivery experience.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and leadership experience.
• Local to or willing to relocate to Boise, Idaho; relocation assistance may be provided for qualified candidates.
• Ability to complete a background check and drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with complex semiconductor manufacturing tools, including their manufacture, installation, or use in cleanrooms.
• Proficient working knowledge of AutoCAD software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Forward-thinking approach, eagerness to learn best practices, and willingness to contribute innovative ideas.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and broaden your knowledge base.
• Passion for buildings and construction.
• 3 years of field experience.
• EIT or PE license.

Work Environment

This role includes field visits and walks at an active client site in various stages of construction. You must be able to walk long distances; sit and stand for extended periods; bend, stoop, twist, crawl, climb ladders, work on catwalks, work in small spaces, and lift and carry up to 25 pounds. The role requires attendance at the client site or local office twice weekly during normal business hours, nominally 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some flexibility based on site support and employee preference.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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