Senior Process Engineer - Hybrid

Your Opportunity

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will support our clients and be responsible for the process design through the life cycle of projects, from initial project definition through commissioning and start up.  You will be an individual contributor to process design activities and at other times you will be responsible for overseeing other engineers on design activities.

If you can see yourself working at a vibrant company that values innovative thinking, technical excellence, passion, and a strong commitment to partnership then Stantec may be the place for you.

Reporting Relationships

This role will report internally to the group manager but will have other “soft” lines of reporting to the project managers for projects that you are working on. Although you will not have any direct reports, you will be responsible for overseeing other team members on project related activities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of technical proposals.
• Responsible for the design of process and related mechanical utility (PMU) systems both as an individual contributor and oversight of a project team.
• Develop and maintain hourly budgets for PMU related project work.
• Contribute to development and updating of schedule for PMU related project work.
• Work with clients and team members including other disciplines and project manager to execute projects.
• Ensure quality assurance of PMU related work and other project procedures are followed.
• Mentor more junior team members to impart engineering knowledge and problem-solving approaches.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of relevant design experience of PMU systems, preferably within the design services industry.
• Extensive experience in the development of technical documents pertaining to PMU systems including but not limited to, design memorandums, mass & energy balance, flow diagrams, piping & instrumentation diagrams, and equipment specifications.
• Knowledge of design codes, standards, and best practices applicable to PMU systems including but not limited to NFPA and ASME.
• Experience with front-end loading (FEL) or similar stage gate engineering approaches.
• Experience with oilseed processing, food plants, or RNG is a plus.
• Experience working on projects exceeding $50 million in total installed costs is a plus.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with both clients and project team members, with a strong customer service attitude.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Must be able to travel regionally, conduct short overnight trips, or other.

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other related discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Active Professional Engineer Licensure in good standing is preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

It is desired for this person to commute as needed to the office located in Plymouth MN, however potential for partial or full remote work either in state or out of state is possible for the right candidate.

Indoor (Office Environment) Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting. Noise level varies but generally at levels of conversation. Majority of time spent using a computer/laptop at a workstation and related office equipment. Time spent carrying, reaching, lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling up to 9 kilograms / 20 pounds Occasional – 1-33% of shift. Subject to extended periods of sitting; may be required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk short to moderate distances to perform work. Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment if needed.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties, obligations, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible