Kestrel Engineering Group Inc.
Senior Process Engineer
Kestrel Engineering Group Inc., Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Process Engineer
Job Title:
Senior Process Engineer
Department:
Process Design
FLSA Status:
Exempt Regular
Schedule:
Full-Time
Travel:
0-5%
Anticipated Salary Range: Salary based on extent of relevant and applicable experience
SummaryWork includes support for all project phases, with particular focus in front-end engineering and support through detailed design. Position will be assigned as either the lead or supporting process design engineer for projects and will be responsible for coordination and ensuring effective communication with other engineering disciplines and Kestrel’s clients. In a lead role, the process engineer is a primary interface with our clients’ technical staff.
ReportingPosition reports administratively to the manager of process design. In project structure, position reports to the lead process engineer and/or the project manager/project engineer.
ResponsibilitiesInclude the following. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Develops process design and associated deliverables, including process design basis, process flow diagrams, development of mass and energy balances, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), cause and effect matrices. Size and specify pressure relief devices.
Defines the approach needed to solve hydraulic, heat and mass transfer problems, including identification and collection of field data/client information. Develops appropriate model to solve the problem, effectively analyzes and interprets results, and recommends solutions to achieve our clients’ objectives.
Sizes equipment including pumps, heat exchangers, mass transfer equipment, pressure vessels, etc. Supports mechanical engineer through development of technical specifications and drawing reviews.
Communicates regularly with project team and Kestrel’s clients to convey technical information, identify problems, and develop solutions that achieve project objectives in a timely manner.
Provides support through detailed engineering to provide continuity, assess the impact of proposed changes, support quality assurance/control for the project.
Education, Skills and Experience
BSc in chemical engineering and 5 years or more experience in the specialty chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, water treatment, power generation, and metallurgical/mineral processing industries working as a process engineer.
Candidate must have excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills, able to develop and execute a plan to identify and solve technical problems.
Candidate must have good verbal and written communication skills, able to convey technical concepts to a wide variety of audiences in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to produce quality work under the constraints of the project.
Must have a thorough understanding of chemical engineering principles, including heat and mass transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid flow and hydraulics.
Experience with hydraulic analysis for piping and ductwork using software (e.g., Design Flow Solutions, PipeFlo).
Experience with Aspen HYSYS preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products is required.
Previous plant experience is strongly preferred.
Certifications, Credentials, Licenses & Registrations
Successful completion of FE exam required and professional goal to pursue PE license preferred.
Eligibility to obtain or currently hold a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) required.
We offer a full benefits package. Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401K, Company paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & Dependent Life Insurance, and a Flexible Spending Account. We also offer a generous Paid Time Off program, 8 paid holidays, and exempt staff compensated for hours worked over 40 per week.
Kestrel Engineering Group Inc. has a policy of conducting background checks and drug and alcohol testing for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us.
“Kestrel is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.”
Qualification Requirements
All Kestrel staff must have the legal right to work in the United States. Kestrel does not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made, when possible, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Workplace Requirements:Due to the nature of our work, all employees must be capable, eligible and willing to visit our clients at their industrial facilities. This entails a willingness and ability to travel, wear required personal protective equipment and to comply with our safety policies as well as those of our clients.
Drug & Alcohol Testing:
Drug and alcohol screening will be completed by Kestrel at employment initiation and periodically thereafter as required to meet our client requirements. This testing is performed in accordance with state and federal requirements and as defined by client drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Background Checks:
Background checks will be completed by Kestrel at employment initiation and periodically thereafter as required to meet our client requirements.
Travel Requirements:
Kestrel employees must be willing and able to travel by driving or flying to client facilities and other Kestrel offices.
Language SkillsFor an individual to perform this job successfully, he/she must have the ability to speak, write and understand English.
Mathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning AbilityAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, electronic, or diagram form.
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $101,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
Kestrel Engineering Group Inc. has a policy of conducting background checks and drug and alcohol testing for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us. Do you understand this requirement?
Ability to Relocate:
Orchards, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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Job Title:
Senior Process Engineer
Department:
Process Design
FLSA Status:
Exempt Regular
Schedule:
Full-Time
Travel:
0-5%
Anticipated Salary Range: Salary based on extent of relevant and applicable experience
SummaryWork includes support for all project phases, with particular focus in front-end engineering and support through detailed design. Position will be assigned as either the lead or supporting process design engineer for projects and will be responsible for coordination and ensuring effective communication with other engineering disciplines and Kestrel’s clients. In a lead role, the process engineer is a primary interface with our clients’ technical staff.
ReportingPosition reports administratively to the manager of process design. In project structure, position reports to the lead process engineer and/or the project manager/project engineer.
ResponsibilitiesInclude the following. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Develops process design and associated deliverables, including process design basis, process flow diagrams, development of mass and energy balances, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), cause and effect matrices. Size and specify pressure relief devices.
Defines the approach needed to solve hydraulic, heat and mass transfer problems, including identification and collection of field data/client information. Develops appropriate model to solve the problem, effectively analyzes and interprets results, and recommends solutions to achieve our clients’ objectives.
Sizes equipment including pumps, heat exchangers, mass transfer equipment, pressure vessels, etc. Supports mechanical engineer through development of technical specifications and drawing reviews.
Communicates regularly with project team and Kestrel’s clients to convey technical information, identify problems, and develop solutions that achieve project objectives in a timely manner.
Provides support through detailed engineering to provide continuity, assess the impact of proposed changes, support quality assurance/control for the project.
Education, Skills and Experience
BSc in chemical engineering and 5 years or more experience in the specialty chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, water treatment, power generation, and metallurgical/mineral processing industries working as a process engineer.
Candidate must have excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills, able to develop and execute a plan to identify and solve technical problems.
Candidate must have good verbal and written communication skills, able to convey technical concepts to a wide variety of audiences in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to produce quality work under the constraints of the project.
Must have a thorough understanding of chemical engineering principles, including heat and mass transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid flow and hydraulics.
Experience with hydraulic analysis for piping and ductwork using software (e.g., Design Flow Solutions, PipeFlo).
Experience with Aspen HYSYS preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products is required.
Previous plant experience is strongly preferred.
Certifications, Credentials, Licenses & Registrations
Successful completion of FE exam required and professional goal to pursue PE license preferred.
Eligibility to obtain or currently hold a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) required.
We offer a full benefits package. Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401K, Company paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & Dependent Life Insurance, and a Flexible Spending Account. We also offer a generous Paid Time Off program, 8 paid holidays, and exempt staff compensated for hours worked over 40 per week.
Kestrel Engineering Group Inc. has a policy of conducting background checks and drug and alcohol testing for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us.
“Kestrel is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.”
Qualification Requirements
All Kestrel staff must have the legal right to work in the United States. Kestrel does not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made, when possible, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Workplace Requirements:Due to the nature of our work, all employees must be capable, eligible and willing to visit our clients at their industrial facilities. This entails a willingness and ability to travel, wear required personal protective equipment and to comply with our safety policies as well as those of our clients.
Drug & Alcohol Testing:
Drug and alcohol screening will be completed by Kestrel at employment initiation and periodically thereafter as required to meet our client requirements. This testing is performed in accordance with state and federal requirements and as defined by client drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Background Checks:
Background checks will be completed by Kestrel at employment initiation and periodically thereafter as required to meet our client requirements.
Travel Requirements:
Kestrel employees must be willing and able to travel by driving or flying to client facilities and other Kestrel offices.
Language SkillsFor an individual to perform this job successfully, he/she must have the ability to speak, write and understand English.
Mathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning AbilityAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, electronic, or diagram form.
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $101,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
Kestrel Engineering Group Inc. has a policy of conducting background checks and drug and alcohol testing for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us. Do you understand this requirement?
Ability to Relocate:
Orchards, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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