Senior Energetics Process Engineer - Federal

Description

At Burns & McDonnell, you're in control of your career potential. And with more than 350 service specialties, you can grow within the company. Our formula is simple: hire the best people, find out what they enjoy and are great at, and help them succeed. You'll lead or support important projects for interesting clients and reap the rewards of employee-ownership - a difference maker with tangible and intangible benefits. You'll create amazing, for clients and for yourself. If you are passionate about the work you do and want to keep growing in your career, we want to talk to you!

Our Federal group is looking for a Senior Process Engineer to support our growing work in DOE and DOD energetics production facilities. The successful candidate will:

• Have experience with energetics or explosives system design (synthesis, handling, mixing, and charging).
• Have experience applying explosive-safety requirements into designs
• Have experience in project execution, from initial process studies, support of project cost estimates, through detailed design into EPC project execution.
• Have a clear understanding of the steps of project development (e.g. front-end engineering design) and level of detail required in each step of project development.
• Independently develop PFDs, P&IDs, complete equipment sizing and specifications, develop instrument process data and specifications.
• Demonstrate leadership ability at the discipline level on a multidiscipline project team.
• Develop process models with commercially available programs (Aspen, Hysys, ChemCAD) or by building custom models in Excel.
• Support business development efforts by developing engineering estimates and supporting proposal development.

This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered. The position may require travel to support projects, estimated at 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. and 7 years process engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Required or
• Bachelor Degree in Chemical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 7 years process engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Required or
• Master Degree in Chemical Engineering and 6 years process engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Required
• At least 10 years of energetics/explosives experience, preferred
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of process design codes (ASME, ANSI, API, PIP, NACE).
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong computer skills include process simulation software (i.e. Hysys and/or Aspen, HTRI) is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
• Ability to travel.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License. Preferred
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoE or DoD Security Clearance.

Compensation

$145,000.00-220,000.00 Annually

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns & McDonnell's PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Chemical Engineering

Primary Location US-CO-Denver

Other Locations US-WA-Richland, US-MN-Minneapolis/St Paul

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 250380

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-VR #A&F

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