Process Engineer I — Design & Impact in Biotech & Pharma

Affiliated Engineers, Inc.; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Year-end bonus

Flexible work environment

Wellness resources

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) invites a Process Engineer I to join our Chapel Hill team. You will contribute to energy-efficient building solutions, support client needs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary group to deliver innovative engineering outcomes.

In this role, you’ll engage in design development, field surveys, and data analysis while growing through mentorship and exposure to high-impact projects across healthcare, science, and technology sectors.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Non-academic internship or co-op in process engineering.
• Leadership involvement in extracurricular activities preferred.
• EIT certification (FE exam) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop P&IDs and equipment/piping specifications.
• Perform hydraulic sizing and heat transfer calculations.
• Attend design meetings and conduct field surveys.
• Analyze process data and propose engineering solutions.
• Facilitate Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and review vendor submittals.

Skills

Process engineering

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (ABET accredited)

Job description

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) invites a Process Engineer I to join our Chapel Hill team. You will contribute to energy-efficient building solutions, support client needs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary group to deliver innovative engineering outcomes.

In this role, you’ll engage in design development, field surveys, and data analysis while growing through mentorship and exposure to high-impact projects across healthcare, science, and technology sectors.