Chemical Process Engineer III

OVERVIEW

Merrick & Company is seeking Chemical Process Engineers for our Aiken, SC office. The ideal candidates will have a passion for nuclear related design and problem solving. On a case-by-case basis, Merrick offers a hybrid work environment with the flexibility to work from home and in the office.

Annual salary range for this position is $108,500.00 - $132,000.00. Pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience.

WHAT YOU"LL DO

A Process Engineer will work primarily on cutting edge nuclear related projects. A successful candidate will be placed in a key engineering role, working within a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and designers to execute design and engineering on various projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Analyzing equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine appropriate designs.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of process design deliverables including:
• Process Flow Diagrams
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams
• Detailed piping drawings, including plans, elevations, and isometrics
• Orifice, relief valve, and equipment sizing calculations
• Equipment and Instrument datasheets
• Equipment Heat Transfer Analyses
• Evaluation of vendor submittals for selection of instrumentation and equipment.
• Reviews and checks the work of other process engineers to determine accuracy, completeness, and compliance with procedures.
• Coordination of design inputs and design activities with other engineering disciplines in a team environment.
• Ability and desire to lead a team of Process Engineers and Designers, work as the Process Lead on projects.
• Able to handle multiple projects/tasks at the same time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) / Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Accredited Program
• Must have a minimum of eight (8) to twelve (12) years related experience and/or training.
• Experience in Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear projects is a plus but not required.
• Experience Designing to ASME B31 piping codes including specifications, drawings, and calculations
• Candidate must be capable of and willing to obtain a Q clearance.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) is required, or candidate is expected to attain PE at earliest opportunity.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Client projects for this position require US Citizenship.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters-never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
• Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.