CHEMICAL PROCESS ENGINEER

Parsons Corporation•Kingsport, TN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! Are you a chemical process engineer interested in supporting major infrastructure projects? Want to take your Engineering skills to the next level to work on tough projects that will have a huge impact on the community and the country? At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Parsons is now hiring an experienced Chemical Process Engineer for our expanding portfolio of federal projects. Parsons extensive experience in this field, combined with your engineering knowledge, will propel your career forward with opportunity for advancement with top performance. We offer training, development and opportunities to work on marquee projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, enthusiastic to work in highly flexible, team-oriented environment and who have exceptional communication, analytical and organizational skills. This role is primarily to support the design functions on refurbishment and renovation of small to large complex facility, infrastructure, equipment, and systems. You will work with BIM specialists/designers to review drawings and provide technical input on drawings and specifications suitable for procurement and system installation. Our Federal Engineered Systems Global Business Unit is a world-class leader in delivering Engineering and Technology enhancing solutions to Federal DoD and Civilian clients. With a history of disruption beginning in 1944, we apply our distinct perspective to help our customers confront the issues of tomorrow in every domain - land, sea, air, space, and cyber. We have provided successful program, system integration, engineering, modernization, environmental, and construction management support for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Army, Navy, and Air Force on Aviation related programs worldwide. Parsons’ numerous programs and long history give us unparalleled experience in program integration, staff support, technology insertion, and on-site support. This role will be in Parsons’ new design center office located in beautiful Kingsport, Tennessee but may require some occasional on-site construction support work at other locations across the US. Ability to obtain a DOE or DOW security clearance

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, material science, material science engineering, mechanical engineering, or another related field and at least 10+ years of related work experience with industrial and chemical process plants
Professional Engineer Registration in State of Tennessee or ability to obtain one
Chemical process system analysis experience of at least six months
Willingness to travel or relocate to supplier, client, or construction site locations

Nice To Haves

Strong interpersonal communication skills
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Familiarity of industry practices and regulations are required
Must possess a thorough knowledge of current technology and be able to select and apply appropriate engineering software for use on project.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design of wet chemistry processes including but not limited to acid deficient urinal nitrate, gelation, solvent recovery, liquid chemical processing, liquid chemical transportation, evaporation, filtration, storage, mixing, etc.
Develop specifications for process equipment and work with equipment suppliers to ensure critical design characteristics are met for equipment delivery.
Work with subcontractors and suppliers to design, construct, deliver, and install process equipment.
Conduct research to develop new and improved processes for manufacturing.
Evaluate and implement new equipment and technologies to improve process efficiency and product quality.
Develop methods and procedures to process and handle chemicals and materials that are solid, liquid, and gaseous in safe and efficient manner.
Work with regulatory team to establish safety procedures for individuals working with dangerous chemicals, processes, or equipment.
Work with regulatory team to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
Provide support for waste permitting.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex process-related design issues.
Mentor and train junior process engineers.
Perform other duties as assigned by manager.