Tetra Tech · 17 hours ago
Senior Process (Chemical) Engineer
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expTetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Process Engineer with industrial experience in the mining, minerals, and metals sector to deliver process engineering services and act as the design technical lead on various projects.
ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Deliver process engineering services that meet Tetra Tech, its customers and applicable statutory and regulatory specification, on time and within budget
Perform process engineering services
Identify and report changes to project scope
Assist with the preparation of proposals, estimates, budgets and schedules
Provide assistance during procurement, construction and commissioning activities
Contribute to appropriate studies, analyses and recommend actions
Assist with the preparation of detailed designs and drawings, specifications, data, calculations and reports
Develop, check and be the technical owner and approver of process engineering deliverables including, but not limited to, the following:
Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Heat and Material Balances (HMBs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Process models in Aspen HYSYS, Unisim Design, PipeFLO, or other simulation software
Line sizing, velocity and pressure drop calculations
Equipment sizing calculations and specifications for bulk separation vessels, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, control valves and PSV’s
Process engineering studies, process basis of design documents and technical reports
Participate in PHA for assigned project
Participate in and provide feedback during project design reviews
Review and comment inter-disciplinary deliverables such as piping layouts, isometrics, 3D models, mechanical equipment specifications, etc
Keep up-to-date with the latest developments and technical innovations in process engineering
Communicate effectively with the process engineering team and project stakeholders, including the Customer
Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and ask for assistance when required
Evaluation of existing systems for the purpose of providing upgrades or efficiency increases
Review internal and external design documents and provide feedback on concept and code compliance, adherence to contract requirements, constructability, cost optimization and other factors for a complete and accurate design package
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from an ABET accredited institution
Minimum 5 years of process/chemical engineering experience in mining, minerals and metals sector
Must be an effective communicator and leader with success in a challenging and fast-paced environment
Must have the ability to utilize numerous process modelling software packages to properly design, troubleshoot, and optimize a variety of operations
Must be able to manage multiple project efforts, prioritizing task and resources
Competent use of Microsoft Office products such as: Microsoft Windows – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc
A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required
Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions
Candidate must be able to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods of time
Work in the field at customer sites will be required frequently and will consist of a typical heavy industrial setting
Must be able to climb stairs occasionally in harsh weather conditions, be able to lift items <25 lbs, crouching, stooping, etc. may be required to observe conditions or inspect equipment
Benefits
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Company
Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech provides innovative solutions focused on water, the environment and energy for the government and commercial clients.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1991-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
Dan Batrack
CEO
Craig Christensen
SVP - CIO
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