S&B is actively searching for an experienced Process Engineer to join our team in Kingsport, TN. The Process Engineer independently performs Process design activities for all phases of process development and plant design for a small project or selected segment of a larger project. Must be fully competent in performing all conventional aspects of Process design and application of independent judgment for the evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation of standard Process design methods and procedures. Assignments have clear and specific objectives, which require periodic evaluation by a more senior engineer. At S&B, we value professional growth and foster a supportive work environment that encourages creativity and innovation. Join our team and be part of a company known for its commitment to excellence and delivering exceptional engineering solutions. If you are an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity in Kingsport, TN, we invite you to apply and contribute to our continued success.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES May provide some technical to designers and less experienced engineers or specialists..
EDUCATION Normally requires at least a four-year degree in Chemical Engineering.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Requires a minimum of four (4) years experience in Process design or related functional area (or equivalent working knowledge/experience). This includes considerable experience in utilizing various computer software packages and automated engineering and design equipment.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Meets with clients' technical staff to develop acceptable processes and control features. Conducts field trips to existing plants to gather operating data and equipment information. Prepares equipment specifications. Communicates process design to client and other design disciplines. Participates in process safety reviews. Prepares operators instruction manuals. Participates in preparation of contract proposals. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of clients, managers, designers and engineers.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Occasionally, will conduct or participate in a field trip to an operating plant or construction site. This requires normal hearing, the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance, clear close and distance vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Normal work environment will be a business office with moderate noise. Occasionally, may visit or be temporarily assigned to work in an operating plant or at an construction site. This may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, work near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals and airborne particles.
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