Process Utilities Engineer I

CRB; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CRB in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Entry-Level Process Utilities Engineer to support design of utility equipment and distribution systems for life sciences facilities. You will assist in engineering calculations, documentation, and coordination with other disciplines to deliver constructible designs.

This role involves exposure to P&IDs, flow diagrams, and equipment datasheets, with mentorship to grow in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and process modeling.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical or bioprocess engineering.
• FE exam registration or completion preferred for entry-level engineers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports design of utility equipment and distribution systems for life sciences facilities.
• Assists documentation of design scope and coordination with other disciplines.
• Supports field installation teams and construction site observations as needed.
• Works on multiple projects concurrently and manages time effectively.
• Assists in creating P&IDs, process flow diagrams and equipment datasheets.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Attention to detail

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical or bioprocess engineering

FE exam registration or completion

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Job description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

Job Description

About the Role

Process Utilities Engineers focus on the design of critical utility equipment and distribution (or collection) systems along with the facility infrastructure required to support the manufacturing operations. Typical tasks include the execution of engineering calculations including heat transfer and hydraulic pressure drop calculations. The Entry-Level Process Utilities Engineer is responsible for supporting the documentation of the design scope in coordination with other disciplines. The Entry-Level Process Utilities Engineer may support field installation teams and execute construction site observations. This role is expected to work closely with other architects, engineers and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a coordinated, constructible and complete design.

Core Activities

• Supports the documentation of the design scope in coordination with other disciplines.
• Supports field installation teams and participates in construction site activities.
• Works closely with other architects, engineers and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a coordinated, constructible and complete design.
• Able to work on one or more projects concurrently and manage time effectively.
• Solves complex problems under the direction and supervision of a mentor or supervisor

Systems designed include:

• Purified Water Generation, Storage and Distribution
• Clean Steam Generation and Distribution
• Compressed Air and Process Gas Generation and Distribution
• Biological and Process Waste Collection, Inactivation and Neutralization
• Clean in Place Systems
• Bulk Chemical Storage and Distribution
• Bulk Cryogenic Liquid Storage and Distribution

Produce engineering deliverables including:

• Process Flow Diagrams
• User Requirements Specifications
• Equipment List
• Equipment General Arrangements
• Equipment Datasheets
• Utility Summary
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical or bioprocess engineering
• 0 to 3 years of experience, preferably in a design firm setting
• Fundamentals of Engineering exam registration or completion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Fundamental experience with performing engineering calculations for fluid mechanics and heat transfer, developing and implementing systems designs
• Fundamental experience with chemistry
• Fundamental experience with process modeling, material and energy balances and basic sizing calculations
• Proficiency in 2D / 3D design platforms (AutoCAD, Revit, Solidworks, etc.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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