AECOM Process Technologies is seeking a Senior Process Engineer with Project Management experience to support the development, design, optimization and/or assessment of processes associated with historical core competencies (e.g., air pollution control, wastewater treatment) and emerging business areas (e.g., carbon capture, alternative fuels, energy storage). We seek applicants who can immediately contribute to the creative, value-added and sometimes out-of-the-box solutions that have contributed to our success. A strong technical mentor is needed to serve our clients today while helping stimulate the technical growth of future technical leaders. The candidate will also help identify emerging growth areas for providing value-added process solutions. This requires someone with strong process engineering skills who can adapt their knowledge and experience to be a critical evaluator of chemical and mechanical processes.
About AECOM Process Technologies
This position is an exciting opportunity to join one of AECOM’s most cutting-edge engineering groups. AECOM Process Technologies provides specialized, engineered solutions that advance environmental sustainability and overcome the regulatory and operational challenges facing industry today. What sets us apart is our investment in research and development (R&D) and endless quest for meeting our clients’ current and pending needs while minimizing costs and associated risk. We strive to provide process-based solutions with an often innovative approach to traditional project delivery.
Our scope of services span from consulting to detailed design and from conceptual development through turnkey project delivery. Our expertise encompasses numerous environmentally focused areas: Air Pollution Control; Alternative Fuels; Carbon Capture & Sequestration; CCGT Modernization; Long-duration Energy Storage; PFAS Treatability; Process Development & Implementation; Site Remediation; Solid Waste & Byproduct Management; and Water Management and Wastewater Treatment. Typical projects are throughout North America and can range in value from $100,000 to $100,000,000, and can encompass all phases of project execution, including engineering, procurement and construction.
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Job Responsibilities:
Develop process solutions, either via internal or client funding (e.g., studies)
Manage or lead consulting efforts, which may include laboratory or field testing components
Lead conceptual design efforts
Troubleshoot and optimize client processes
Interface with key clients regarding process improvements within core competencies
Support proposal development
Technical Mentorship
Provide mentorship to early- and mid-career process engineers and chemists
Serve as independent technical auditor
Serve as an in-house process engineering consultant
Present at conferences
Project Diversification
Collaborate on potential new technology/business areas
Vet prospective technologies/business areas
Manage and/or serve as technical lead for development projects in new technology areas
Manage bench and pilot-scale studies in laboratory and field settings
Project Management
Ensure execution of scope and completion of quality deliverables in accordance with budget and schedule
Develop and maintain client relationships
Responsible for managing studies, white papers, conceptual engineering projects, technoeconomic assessments, etc
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering plus 10 years of experience in related field.
Proficiency in MS Office suite.
Strong technical writing skills.
Strong ability to analyze data.
Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
Proficient interfacing with clients.
Ability to develop conceptual process design solutions.
P.E. by examination
Experienced in carbon capture, alternative fuels or industrial water treatment
Leadership experience - Lead technical or PM experience
Additional comments:
Position involves moderate travel in support of projects, business development and conferences (up to 15%).
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.