AECOM is seeking a Graduate Process Engineer to be based in Austin, Texas.
This position is expected to begin in October 2022.
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 50,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
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.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Work under the direction of a Lead Process Engineer and the Process Engineering Team Lead. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Develop Process Design Basis, Material Balance and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs),
Size equipment and connecting piping,
Develop and maintain Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), project lists, and equipment datasheets,
Develop Operating Manual and Process Control Strategy,
Assist with equipment procurement and bid evaluation,
Support laboratory, bench, pilot and full-scale test programs,
Support commissioning and start-up activities; and
Identify process improvement opportunities and implement effective cost reductions.
Able to read/interpret technical specifications and technical standards.
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Engineer in Training (EIT).
Experienced with simulation tools like AspenTech HYSYS and AspenPlus
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and team-building skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and multitask.
Strong analytical skills - must be able to gather data and extract conclusions from available information.
Strong computer skills (Proficiency in MS Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint). AutoCAD experience is a plus.
Ability to independently travel as needed (travel required: up to 20%)
Additional Information:
Relocation assistance is not provided for this role.
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.