Process Project Engineer

Process Project Engineer

Stellar is seeking a Process Project Engineer to be responsible for supporting and managing a diverse engineering and design project team, and to serve both an internal and external customer base from a project's inception to its completion. You will research, define, test, and implement processes and develop P&'s, Process Flow Diagrams, Utility drawings, project specifications, and equipment layouts for food-processing facilities.

You'll be responsible for properly sizing, specifying, and integrating process equipment, as well as coordinating structural, mechanical, electrical and control systems, as required. Knowledge of food-processing, packaging, material handling, and other process equipment/systems in compliance with state, federal and/or International codes & standards is required. Knowledge of RTE, bakery, coffee, protein, or dairy/beverage processes preferred.

Responsibilities include:

• Design – responsible for the process-related engineering aspects of a project. Works with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers to develop Process Flow Diagrams, P&'s, and equipment layouts (General Arrangements) to efficiently meet customer specifications; ensures designs and layouts conform to specifications, code requirements, and food-safety requirements
• Provides direction to engineers, designers and CAD operators for the creation of engineering drawings
• Develops design specifications for external suppliers including OEM's and Sub-Contractors
• Provides attentiveness to detail, follow-up procedures, and documentation of action; proficient in time-management and personal organization
• Generates and manages various forms of communication, including RFI's and submittals, throughout the life-cycle of a project
• Communicates directly with equipment vendors to obtain all necessary designs, drawings, and utility information. Utilizes collected data to design equipment Utility drawings
• Prepares contract documents, calculations, observation reports, and estimates
• Procurement – aids in the bidding of equipment and services by generating the appropriate bid documents, managing the bidding schedule, and conducting a bid analysis
• Budget Control – assists by estimating layout costs (design and material) for specified process; seeks alternative methods that reduce cost of design; reviews activities to ensure design stays within projected costs
• Client Interface – effectively responds to the needs and requests of clients, as required
• Project Administration – utilizes company software/tools to ensure all necessary documents are in-place and processed; reviews and approves Engineering Change Notices; develops and implements design project schedules; schedules meetings as necessary with suppliers, owners, design teams, and permitting agencies; plans work schedules and timelines for support staff
• External Relationships – coordinates with outside engineering and architectural resources on all aspects of design; communicates with permitting and regulatory agencies, as necessary
• Provides onsite and/or offsite direction and support to Field Engineers and Superintendents throughout the equipment installation, startup, and commissioning phases of a project
• Assists in updating all record data and drawings for final project completion and turnover

Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical preferred)
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience (Food and Beverage preferred)
• Familiarity with Food Safety Designs and Guidelines
• Technical Writing Skills
• Skilled in relevant software;
  Procore, MS Office Suite, Blue Beam, Adobe, MS Project or Primavera P6, Power BI, AutoCAD and BIM / ACC
• Travel required to customer locations, OEM locations, and construction site locations

About Stellar

Stellar offers a comprehensive package which includes:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off – accrue 15 days (120 hours) within first year of service
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) – company match with immediate vesting

Stellar, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a fully integrated…