Our engineering services client is seeking an experienced Lead Process Engineer to support projects at a manufacturing facility in Mehoopany, PA. This position is based out of the site office and requires an onsite presence one to two days per week. The ideal candidate will provide process engineering leadership, drive project execution, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational and capital improvement initiatives.
Type: Direct Placement
Location: Greater Wilkes/Barre/Scranton area or Hybrid Option
Annual Rate: $120,000 - $150,000
Primary Responsibilities:
Lead and support the process mechanical design effort on projects
Hold team members accountable to quality work product
Perform QAQC of engineering and design deliverables
Support business development and proposal activities which will include concepts, deliverables, effort hours, and estimated cost
Interface with clients and vendors on a regular basis
Work in a manufacturing environment to gather field data and conduct field investigations when required for project work
Generate equipment specifications and construction documents/packages
Work as part of a collaborative project team with contractors and client
Review vendor submittals, lead design reviews, both internally and with vendor/client
Travel as required to client sites and vendors for work (up to 25%)
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering or equivalent technical experience
10+ years of process engineering experience
Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams of engineers, designers, contractors, construction managers, vendors, and OEM's
Required previous experience with the following:
P&ID's
Preparation of installation, bid, and construction packages
Process and utility system piping design
Paper making technology (towel and tissue)
Cost estimating (labor hours and capital cost estimates)
Construction support and commissioning experience
Preferred Qualifications:
15+ years of industry-relevant experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 24 months of your start date
Preferred experience with the following:
Paper making process operating knowledge (pulping through converting)
Familiarity with 3D project execution
Industrial HVAC - specifically room air balancing
Pipe stress analysis
Thru air drying (TAD) or other advanced papermaking technologies
Familiarity with PHA's (Process Hazard Analysis)
Yankee drying systems including steam and condensate
Trim and broke handling
Dust control and collection Process air
Chemical additive and material handling system design
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