Process Engineer - Hybrid

Stantec; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec’s Minneapolis/Plymouth-based process engineering group is seeking a Process Engineer to design and deliver PMU systems across industrial, food, and RNG projects. You will contribute to proposals, work as an individual contributor or oversee team members, and help define budgets and schedules through the project lifecycle.

The role requires 3–5 years of design experience, strong communication, and familiarity with NFPA/ASME codes.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant design experience in PMU systems.
• Knowledge of design codes, standards, and best practices (NFPA, ASME).
• Experience with FEL or stage-gate engineering approaches.
• Oilseed processing, food plants, RNG experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of technical proposals.
• Design process and related PMU systems as an individual contributor or with oversight of a project team.
• Develop and maintain hourly budgets for PMU related project work.
• Develop and update schedule for PMU related project work.
• Collaborate and coordinate with clients and team members across disciplines and project management.
• Ensure quality assurance of PMU related work and project procedures.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Planning & organization

Verbal communication

Written communication

Travel willingness

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Engineering in Training

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

The process engineering group at Stantec, located in Minneapolis (Plymouth, MN), works on various industrial processes, food and beverage, 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 project teams being responsible for 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 may 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 may 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 as an individual contributor and possibly with 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.
• Collaborate and coordinate with clients and team members including other disciplines and project management to execute projects.
• Ensure quality assurance of PMU related work and other project procedures are followed.
• Mentor more junior team members to impart engineering knowledge and problem-solving approaches.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3-5 years of relevant design experience, 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.
• 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 & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other related discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Engineer-in-Training certificate or Active Professional Engineer Licensure in good standing is a plus.

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.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range:

Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$73,200.00 - $106,100.00 Annually

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.