Lead Process Engineer - New Technologies

　　Date: Feb 14, 2024

　　Location:

　　US

　　Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

　　Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

　　As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

　　Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

　　Req Id : 101877

　　Opportunity Type : Staff

　　Relocation eligible : Yes

　　Full time/Part time : Full-Time

　　Project Only Hire : No

　　Visa Sponsorship Available: Yes

　　Why Black and Veatch

　　Recognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work, Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.

　　At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

　　The Opportunity

　　It's time for better. NextGen Ag: Better Food, Better Planet.

　　In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

　　Function in a Lead Role.

　　Primary focus of technical execution of project deliverables, on time and on budget.

　　Perform technology evaluation studies, conceptual and preliminary design, and detailed design for projects in the food, beverage, and agribusiness industries.

　　Build and maintain relationships with clients.

　　Participate in writing proposals.

　　The Team

　　Our Team of over 200 Black & Veatch Process Engineers develops technical solutions that are critical to drive design deliverables for critical infrastructure projects with community benefits. We have transformed our team to align with megatrends associated with water scarcity, limited resources, alternative fuels, and energy sustainability. Our industry leading solutions modernize infrastructure, optimize asset use, reduce cost, and mitigate risk.

　　Why BVs Process Engineering Team?

　　The work is rewarding and meaningful, you can make a difference

　　The team is comprised of supportive and appreciative professionals

　　Career opportunities exist in many rapidly expanding business solutions

　　Key Responsibilities

　　The NextGen Ag team is based out of Kansas City with professionals located throughout the US and internationally. Hybrid options are available!

　　Key Responsibilities:

　　Functions as the Process Engineering lead on first-of-a-kind projects, novel technologies and technology scale-ups as they progress from the conceptual phase through detailed design.

　　Analyzes client information (design requirements and operations data) to develop design basis for key unit operations and integration of novel technology with established technology.

　　Senior level technical specialist for process equipment selection, interfacing with vendors for sizing and budgetary quotations.

　　Establishes the work plan to be applied to the project and develops the resource management strategy. Provides direction to a group of supporting engineers and designers in process and other disciplines.

　　Prepares and oversees preparation of complex engineering deliverables including Mass Balance, Equipment Lists, Equipment Datasheets, Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and Equipment Layouts. AutoCAD Plant 3D and Smart P&ID familiarity a plus.

　　Drives internal and external stakeholder collaboration.

　　Engineering Standards — Continues to learn, remains current and applies independent knowledge and interpretation about departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes. Engaged in continual improvement of these standards.

　　Travel up to 20% to support project and pursuit activities.

　　Management Responsibilities

　　Acts in capacity of a "lead person." Does not have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　15+ years experience as a process (chemical or mechanical) engineer, or related field

　　Previous large capital project (greenfield or retrofit, 25-50MM+) lead experience

　　Experience within novel or traditional Industrial facilities such as Food and Beverage, Dairy, Bakery, Brewing, Pet Food, Consumer Products. Background that includes extensive hands-on (construction, commissioning and/or operations etc.) experience with similar equipment.

　　Experience with fermentation processes, sanitary/hygienic equipment requirements, CIP systems, and food grade facilities.

　　Experience interfacing with startup companies and corporate clients.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. Minimum of 8 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

　　Certifications

　　Professional Engineer (PE) or active pursuit of registration is desired.

　　Work Environment/Physical Demands

　　Typical office environment, typical construction environment, extreme weather conditions, high noise level, safety hazards (electric currents, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals), atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation). Sitting, walking, talking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, driving, filing, reaching, stooping, crouching, bending, standing for extended periods of time, lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds.

　　Competencies

　　Collaborates

　　Communicates effectively

　　Courage

　　Directs work

　　Instills trust

　　Interpersonal savvy

　　Organizational savvy

　　Customer focus

　　Decision quality

　　Salary Plan

　　ENG: Engineering

　　Job Grade

　　131

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　　Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

　　Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

　　To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

　　A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

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