Re:Build Manufacturing · 3 hours ago
Staff Chemical Engineer
Re:Build Manufacturing is a company focused on innovating US manufacturing through engineering expertise and technology. They are seeking a Staff Chemical Engineer to lead chemical engineering efforts on industrial and capital projects, guiding technical decisions and mentoring engineers while being hands-on in process design.
IndustrialIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Act as a technical lead for solving complex or high-risk engineering challenges on projects
Develop and take responsibility for core process deliverables, including PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, equipment lists, and specifications with minimal direction
Lead requirements gathering, concept and preliminary designs, and vendor engagement
Build process models, diagrams, and drawings using CAD, simulation, and diagramming tools
Review and approve critical engineering deliverables; provide technical mentorship and feedback
Lead and participate in internal and client-facing design reviews and technical meetings
Collaborate closely with mechanical, structural, electrical, controls, fabrication, and field service teams
Mentor engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering tools, workflows, and standards
Lead estimating, proposal development, and schedule creation in partnership with project management and business development teams
Qualification
Required
BS or MS in Chemical Engineering (or equivalent)
10+ years of experience in industrial process equipment and/or capital project environments
Proven technical leadership across chemical engineering capital projects
Strong systems-level thinking and ability to manage technical tradeoffs
Deep knowledge of chemical processing unit operations (fluids/solids handling, heat transfer, reactions, separations, drying) and relevant chemical process industry codes, standards, and regulations
Experience developing and approving engineering deliverables
Experience estimating engineering and overall project costs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience mentoring and developing engineers
Proficiency with engineering tools: AutoCAD (2D/3D) and/or SolidWorks, Process simulation tools (ChemCAD preferred), Process diagramming tools (Visio preferred)
Ability to work on-site in Rochester, NY and/or Rush, NY
Willingness to travel up to 25%
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Recognized technical expertise in one or more process domains
Experience influencing engineering standards or technical delivery within an organization
Experience supporting field installation, commissioning, and startup
Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Benefits
Participation in our annual bonus plan
Long-term incentive plan
Ownership in the company and share financial rewards
Company
Re:Build Manufacturing
Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies, operational superiority and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$121.9MKey Investors
General CatalystUS Department of Energy
2024-08-14Series Unknown· $120M
2024-05-16Grant· $1.9M
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