Process Project Engineer

The Stellar Group; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO 15 days

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) company match

Job summary

The Stellar Group in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Process Project Engineer to lead and coordinate process engineering activities for food-processing facilities. You will develop P&IDs, process flow diagrams, equipment layouts and utility drawings, sizing equipment, and integrating mechanical, electrical, and control systems per codes and food-safety standards.

Join a project-focused team, provide direction to engineers and CAD operators, and manage RFIs and submittals through the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical preferred).
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience (Food and Beverage preferred).
• Familiarity with Food Safety Designs and Guidelines.
• Technical Writing Skills.
• Skilled in relevant software; Procore, MS Office Suite, BlueBeam, Adobe, MS Project or Primavera P6, Power BI, AutoCAD and BIM / ACC.
• Travel required to customer locations, OEM locations, and construction site locations.

Responsibilities

• Design responsible for the Process-related engineering aspects of a project. Works with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers to develop Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs, and equipment layouts to efficiently meet customer specifications; ensures designs and layouts conform to specifications, code requirements, and food-safety requirements.
• Provides direction to engineers, designers and CAD operators for the creation of engineering drawings.
• Develops design specifications for external suppliers including OEMs and Sub-Contractors.
• Provides attentiveness to detail, follow-up procedures, and documentation of action; proficient in time-management and personal organization.
• Generates and manages various forms of communication, including RFIs and submittals, throughout the life-cycle of a project.
• Communicates directly with equipment vendors to obtain all necessary designs, drawings, and utility information; utilizes collected data to design equipment Utility drawings.
• Prepares contract documents, calculations, observation reports, and estimates.
• Procurement aids in the bidding of equipment and services by generating the appropriate bid documents, managing the bidding schedule, and conducting a bid analysis.
• Budget Control assists by estimating layout costs (design and material) for specified process; seeks alternative methods that reduce cost of design; reviews activities to ensure design stays within projected costs.
• Client Interface effectively responds to the needs and requests of clients, as required.
• Project Administration utilizes company software/tools to ensure all necessary documents are in-place and processed; reviews and approves Engineering Change Notices; develops and implements design project schedules; schedules meetings as necessary with suppliers, owners, design teams, and permitting agencies; plans work schedules and timelines for support staff.
• External Relationships coordinates with outside engineering and architectural resources on all aspects of design; communicates with permitting and regulatory agencies, as necessary.
• Provides onsite and/or offsite direction and support to Field Engineers and Superintendents throughout the equipment installation, startup, and commissioning phases of a project.
• Assists in updating all record data and drawings for final project completion and turnover.

Skills

Procore

MS Office

BlueBeam

Adobe

MS Project/Primavera

Power BI

AutoCAD

BIM/ACC

Travel

Education

BS Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Process Project Engineer

Job Details

Description

Stellar is seeking a Process Project Engineer to be responsible for supporting and managing a diverse engineering and design project team, and to serve both an internal and external customer base from a projects inception to its completion. You will research, define, test, and implements processes and develop P&IDs, Process Flow Diagrams, Utility drawings, project specifications, and equipment layouts for food-processing facilities. You'll be responsible for properly sizing, specifying, and integrating process equipment, as well as coordinating structural, mechanical, electrical and control systems, as required. Knowledge of food-processing, packaging, material handling, and other process equipment/systems in compliance with state, federal and/or International codes & standards is required. Knowledge of RTE, bakery, coffee, protein, or dairy/beverage processes preferred.

• Design responsible for the Process-related engineering aspects of a project. Works with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers to develop Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs, and equipment layouts (General Arrangements) to efficiently meet customer specifications; ensures designs and layouts conform to specifications, code requirements, and food-safety requirements
• Provides direction to engineers, designers and CAD operators for the creation of engineering drawings
• Develops design specifications for external suppliers including OEMs and Sub-Contractors
• Provides attentiveness to detail, follow-up procedures, and documentation of action; proficient in time-management and personal organization
• Generates and manages various forms of communication, including RFIs and submittals, throughout the life-cycle of a project
• Communicates directly with equipment vendors to obtain all necessary designs, drawings, and utility information. Utilizes collected data to design equipment Utility drawings
• Prepares contract documents, calculations, observation reports, and estimates
• Procurement aids in the bidding of equipment and services by generating the appropriate bid documents, managing the bidding schedule, and conducting a bid analysis
• Budget Control assists by estimating layout costs (design and material) for specified process; seeks alternative methods that reduce cost of design; reviews activities to ensure design stays within projected costs
• Client Interface effectively responds to the needs and requests of clients, as required
• Project Administration utilizes company software/tools to ensure all necessary documents are in-place and processed; reviews and approves Engineering Change Notices; develops and implements design project schedules; schedules meetings as necessary with suppliers, owners, design teams, and permitting agencies; plans work schedules and timelines for support staff
• External Relationships coordinates with outside engineering and architectural resources on all aspects of design; communicates with permitting and regulatory agencies, as necessary
• Provides onsite and/or offsite direction and support to Field Engineers and Superintendents throughout the equipment installation, startup, and commissioning phases of a project
• Assists in updating all record data and drawings for final project completion and turnover

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical preferred)
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience (Food and Beverage preferred)
• Familiarity with Food Safety Designs and Guidelines
• Technical Writing Skills
• Skilled in relevant software; Procore, MS Office Suite, BlueBeam, Adobe, MS Project or Primavera P6, Power BI, AutoCAD and BIM / ACC
• Travel required to customer locations, OEM locations, and construction site locations

About Stellar

Stellar offers a comprehensive package which includes:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off accrue 15 days (120 hours) within first year of service
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) company match with immediate vesting

Stellar, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a fully integrated firm focusing on design, construction, architecture, engineering, and mechanical services worldwide for over 30 years. Stellar combines a multitude of capabilities to create buildings and systems of exceptional long-term quality, value and efficiency. From food processing plants and healthcare facilities to refrigerated warehouses, automated production lines and beyond, we offer an integrated approach to meet all our clients needs.

Stellar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by law.

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