Process Utility Specialist

Remote Jobs; United States; Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

ESOP

401(k)

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Parsons seeks a Process Utility Specialist to join Federal Solutions and Commissioning near Little Rock, Arkansas. The role requires substantial on-site presence during design reviews, construction, start-up, and readiness phases, with remote work allowed in the first year.

You will validate utility systems and oversee FAT/SAT testing to ensure safety and operability. The successful candidate will develop test plans, review submittals, and mentor staff while collaborating with process,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with hazardous utility systems and operational readiness testing in industrial, defense manufacturing, or high-hazard process environments.
• Experience commissioning or validating critical process utilities such as HVAC, hazardous exhaust, pressure cascades, process cooling, or similar systems.
• ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related technical discipline.
• Knowledge of process safety concepts, utility system design and performance criteria, and applicable facility standards.
• Hands-on FAT/SAT, functional testing, and readiness verification of utility systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support technical validation of hazardous and critical process utility systems serving defense manufacturing and high-hazard facilities.
• Develop, review, and refine commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness requirements, plans, and procedures.
• Direct, witness, and validate FAT, SAT, and related tests for critical utility systems.
• Verify performance of HVAC, hazardous exhaust, pressure cascades, cooling, process gas, and related systems.
• Prepare clear technical reports and readiness documentation for leadership and clients.
• Coordinate utility interfaces with process equipment and facility systems during start-up and turnover.
• Mentor junior personnel and contribute to continuous improvement of commissioning practices.

Skills

Hazardous utility systems

Operational readiness testing

FAT/SAT knowledge

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking an experienced Process Utility Specialist to join our Federal Solutions and Commissioning teams. The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in hazardous process utilities, critical utility systems supporting defense manufacturing, and operational readiness testing for high-consequence industrial facilities.

Parsons routinely supports secure federal and industrial facilities where utility failures can have significant safety and production consequences. Candidates must be technically sound, clear communicators, and comfortable working in environments that require careful attention to process safety, documentation, and coordinated start-up activities.

An attractive Parsons compensation and benefits package is offered. This role provides the opportunity to apply specialized utility and operational-readiness expertise on major defense manufacturing and high-hazard process programs while contributing to the development of Parsons' commissioning capabilities.

Position requires substantial on-site presence at federal installations and client manufacturing facilities during design reviews, construction, start-up, and operational readiness phases, plus travel to vendor facilities for Factory Acceptance Testing as required.

This position is based near Little Rock, Arkansas and is part of a 4-5 year contract. During the first year, remote work is permitted. After the first year, the selected candidate will be required to either reside within commuting distance of Little Rock, AR or be willing to relocate to the area.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead or support technical validation of hazardous and critical process utility systems serving defense manufacturing and high-hazard process facilities.
• Develop, review, and refine commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness requirements, plans, and procedures for process utility systems.
• Direct, witness, and validate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Pre-Functional Checks, Functional Performance Tests, and Integrated Systems Testing for critical utility systems.
• Verify performance of specialized HVAC, hazardous exhaust, pressure cascade, cooling, process gas, compressed air, and related utility systems under design and operational conditions.
• Support integrated operational readiness validation of utility systems that interface with production equipment and safety-critical processes.
• Review design submittals, specifications, and O&M documentation for process utility systems; identify gaps affecting operability, maintainability, or safety.
• Maintain issue, nonconformance, and retest registers related to utility systems; drive timely, team-oriented resolution.
• Coordinate utility interfaces with process equipment, controls, and facility systems during start-up and turnover.
• Prepare clear technical reports, readiness assessments, and briefings for project leadership, clients, and stakeholders.
• Team with commissioning, process, and controls specialists; support mentoring of junior personnel and continuous improvement of Parsons' process-utility commissioning practices.
• Additional office locations or hybrid arrangements may be considered upon request consistent with project demands.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience with hazardous utility systems and operational readiness testing in industrial, defense manufacturing, or high-hazard process environments.
• Demonstrated experience commissioning or validating critical process utilities such as specialized HVAC, hazardous exhaust, pressure cascades, process cooling, compressed gases, or similar systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline (ABET-accredited preferred). Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge of process safety concepts, utility system design and performance criteria, and applicable industrial or federal facility standards.
• Hands-on experience with FAT/SAT, functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, and operational readiness verification of utility systems.
• Ability to develop and review test plans, procedures, checklists, and readiness documentation for process utility systems.
• Strong technical communication skills and the ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Ability and willingness to deploy to client manufacturing sites and federal installations for extended periods during design, construction, start-up, and readiness phases.
• Must be able to pass a general background check.
• Must be able to speak fluent English (ability to speak Korean a plus)

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
• Prior experience in defense manufacturing, ammunition/energetics facilities, or other high-hazard process plants.
• Experience with process safety management (PSM), mechanical integrity, or related utility reliability practices.
• Familiarity with industrial control interfaces for utility systems and basic understanding of IAS/SCADA environments.
• ASQ, commissioning, or equivalent professional certifications.
• Prior hands-on or trades experience with mechanical, HVAC, or process piping systems highly desirable.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next