Senior Mechanical Engineer - Chemicals and Biofuels

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Chemicals and Biofuels

K  Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value‑added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world‑class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high‑end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

K  is looking for a Chemical and Biofuels Mechanical Engineer to lead a large international chemical project. You must be a licensed Professional Engineer with a proven track record of highly complex mechanical design efforts from conceptual design through construction support for world‑class Chemical and Biofuel clients. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of a team leading new technology deployment on a wide range of sustainability initiatives for our key clients.

In‑depth knowledge of mechanical equipment normally found in the chemical and biofuels industries, together with industry codes, is critical to provide leadership on these challenging projects.

You will be expected to function primarily as a Lead Mechanical Engineer and work in a hybrid environment, traveling to client sites for walk‑downs, kick‑off meetings, and design reviews.

• Early project planning and coordination while handling two to three small‑to‑mid‑cap projects, quickly providing engineering work‑hour estimates and risk memos.
• Develop and manage the preparation, review and checking of mechanical specification packages in accordance with client requirements and industry best practices.
• Manage and influence the entire procurement life cycle while working closely with all disciplines.
• Effectively manage building services groups such as Fire Protection, HVAC and plumbing as a work group lead.
• Lead the development of complex multi‑discipline construction packages, including diagrams, drawings, equipment schedules, details, and scopes of work.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, vendors, and contractors in a professional manner.
• Track project scope and schedule, notifying the project manager of deviations from the original design, budget, or schedule.

• Preferred bachelor’s in mechanical engineering or another related field.
• 10+ years (minimum) of experience in the EPC industry or chemical/biofuels operating companies. Experience with chemical site teams or project engineering backgrounds in related industries is considered. Operations, maintenance, and reliability experience is a plus.
• Professional Engineering License (P.E.) is preferred.
• Proven experience with any of the following core areas:
  • Broad experience with chemical technologies or biofuels.
  • Heat transfer technology and equipment such as boilers, heat exchangers, char boilers, gasification, mechanical vapor recompression systems, etc.
  • Large complex packaged equipment systems such as thermal oxidizers, cooling towers, process units, plastics handling packages, extruders, material handling packages for biomass, etc.
  • Working knowledge of other engineering disciplines while providing proactive leadership on all interdisciplinary design coordination efforts.
• Ability to travel as needed to survey client sites.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with supervisory experience.

K  offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or a flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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