Engineer I Process

About the role

Zachry Group is seeking a Process Engineer I for our Downers Grove Engineering Design Center. The Process Engineer I will have entry level to two years' experience and be responsible for routine process engineering and design tasks for assigned projects. Work will be primarily office based but may involve some short-term assignments at production sites and/or possibly extended durations.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand client objectives and be aware of the engineers' role in meeting them
• Complete sizing and rating of various equipment like pumps, horizontal and vertical vessels, shell and tube heat exchangers, and air coolers
• Augment detail in process flow diagrams and process and instrumentation diagrams
• Augment detail in heat and material balance information using various commercial software
• Perform hydraulic analyses and calculations for piping systems
• Present technical information to peers or other personnel for review, and to incorporate in technical specifications to be issued for procuring equipment and instruments
• Analyze problems and take appropriate action to ensure continuous and reliable operation of equipment and systems
• Evaluate equipment and processes to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications
• Managing data input/transfer for line lists, equipment specifications, and instrument datasheets
• Ability to independently organize and prioritize work assignments and coordinate a variety of tasks, with good attention to detail and ability to deal with conflicting priorities and deadlines
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
• 0 to 2 years of experience working as an engineer in an industrial construction/services capacity
• Experience in project development applying standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to size/select equipment and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Solid background in pump/piping hydraulic evaluations from experience or course work
• Experience in sizing and rating pumps, vessels, and exchangers from experience or course work
• Experience in PFD and P&ID development
• Good Communication Skills (Active Listening, Verbal, and Written)
• Complex Problem Solving (STEM)
• Critical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Judgment and Decision Making is a strength
• Proficient with computer engineering software and V-Basic programming languages a plus
• Strong desire to learn

Preferred qualifications

• Experience as a Co-Op/Intern or Process Engineer in any of oil refining, petrochemical, corn wet milling, oil seed processing, decarbonization or energy transition industries
• Familiarity with grain processing, oil refining, natural gas processing, or food plants is a plus

Physical demands

• Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension
• May be required to lift, carry and move objects safely

Work environment

• Will work in a general office environment
• Capable of operating and functioning in a fast-paced work environment
• Must possess a vision (corrected or uncorrected) that allows for clear visibility from a distance of 20 inches or less

Pay

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the expected salary range for this Illinois position is between $75,400 and $97,560 annually. Actual compensation will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and other ancillary benefits through Zachry's Total Employee Rewards Program
• Participation in the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid time away benefits, including company-provided paid time off and holidays, in accordance with applicable company policies