Entry Level Process Engineer Jobs in Washington, DC

At CRB, we design and build some of the most powerful facilities in the world — those that change people's lives.  We are the leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.  

The Entry-Level Process Engineer focuses on the design of manufacturing facility and equipment, supporting facility infrastructure and critical utility systems as a part of a highly interactive team. Typical tasks include the execution of engineering calculations including material and energy balances, heat transfer, pressure drop calculations as well as process optimization. The Entry-Level Process Engineer is responsible for supporting the documentation of the process design scope in coordination with other disciplines. The Entry-Level Process Engineer may support field installation teams and execute construction site observations. This role is expected to work closely with other architects, engineers and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a high quality, coordinated, constructible and complete design.  

Responsibilities

• Supports the documentation of the process design scope in coordination with other disciplines.  
• Works closely with other architects, engineers and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a coordinated, constructible and complete design.  
• Self-checks own work but communicates often with peers and Supervisor.  
• Able to work on one or more projects concurrently and manage time effectively. 
• Solves complex problems under the direction and supervision of a mentor or supervisor
• Project work may include all levels of design such as studies, conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration.  
• Produce engineering deliverables including:  
  • Block and Process Flow Diagrams  
  • User Requirements Specifications  
  • Equipment List  
  • Equipment General Arrangements  
  • Equipment Datasheets  
  • Utility Summary  
  • Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) 

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical or bioprocess engineering  
• 0 to 3 years of experience in a related manufacturing or design firm
• Fundamentals of Engineering exam registration or completion preferred  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Fundamental experience with performing engineering calculations, developing and implementing systems designs  

• Fundamental experience with chemistry/biochemistry  

• Fundamental experience with process modeling, material and energy balances and basic sizing calculations  

• Fundamental experience with fluid mechanics, hydraulic modeling and heat transfer  

• Ability to participate in internal cross-discipline project team coordination  

• Proficient at fundamental discipline design calculations under the supervision of an engineer required  

• Proficiency in 2D / 3D design platforms (AutoCAD, Revit, Solidworks, etc.)  

• Proficiency in Programming 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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