Process Utilities Engineer IV - Central Region

CRB Group; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CRB Group is seeking a Lead/Senior Process Utilities Engineer to direct discipline work, manage budgets, and coordinate with clients and teams across major life sciences and food/beverage projects.

The role supports projects in St. Louis, Kansas City, or Columbus, OH, requiring deep expertise in document development, field implementation, and team leadership to ensure technical excellence and project success.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience for Lead Engineer; 15+ years for Senior Engineer.
• Experience across design firms, operating companies, or construction within the market sector.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards, regulatory guidance, and local building codes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct discipline work and manage budgets for large, complex projects.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on proposals, man-hour planning, and scheduling for discipline scope.
• Lead interactions with clients, internal teams, and external partners.
• Ensure technical accuracy and quality of deliverables, including design calculations and documentation.
• Direct and mentor design and engineering staff to meet client expectations and project goals.
• Deliver internal training presentations on discipline-specific design and engineering topics.
• Oversee or lead complex activities such as: utility room layout development, pipe routing space planning, capacity planning and expansion strategies, vendor package management, risk assessments (HAZOP, HCCP, etc.), 3D model reviews and coordination, site walkdowns and field reporting, commissioning and startup.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Cross-discipline coordination

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Process Utilities Engineer IV - Central Region

• Full-time

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.

The Lead Process Utilities Engineer is responsible for overseeing the discipline at a project level and managing the discipline budget on projects of all sizes and complexity. This role requires a deep understanding of document development and field implementation across all project phases. The Lead Engineer excels at coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, managing multiple complex tasks, setting priorities, and directing the work of others.

The Senior Process Utilities Engineer brings extensive experience and technical leadership to projects of varying size and complexity. This role demands mastery of document development and field implementation throughout all phases, as well as the ability to manage complex tasks, establish priorities, and guide teams effectively. Senior Engineers are trusted advisors who ensure technical excellence and drive project success.

The successful candidate can be located either in St. Louis, Kansas City, or Columbus, OH.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan and direct discipline work and manage budgets for large, complex projects.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on proposals, man-hour planning, and scheduling for discipline scope.
• Lead interactions with clients, internal teams, and external partners.
• Ensure technical accuracy and quality of deliverables, including design calculations and documentation.
• Direct and mentor design and engineering staff (Entry-Level to Senior) to meet client expectations and project goals.
• Deliver internal training presentations on discipline-specific design and engineering topics.
• Oversee or lead complex activities such as:
  • Utility room layout development
  • Pipe routing space planning
  • Capacity planning and expansion strategies
  • Vendor package management
  • Risk assessments (HAZOP, HCCP, etc.)
  • 3D model reviews and coordination
  • Site walkdowns and field reporting
  • Commissioning and startup

Minimum Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of experience for Lead Engineer; 15+ years for Senior Engineer
• Experience across design firms, operating companies, or construction within the market sector
• Strong knowledge of industry standards, regulatory guidance, and local building codes

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License
• Proven leadership and exceptional communication skills
• Broad experience with life sciences facilities, equipment, and systems
• Established technical network with clients, vendors, and trade partners
• Successful track record leading large or complex projects
• Advanced coordination skills with cross-discipline teams and external partners

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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