Burns & McDonnell logo

Assistant Chemical Engineer- Transmission & Distribution, Program Management (Reading, PA)

Burns & McDonnell

Reading, PAFull-timeSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.

Watch jobs like this.

At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Reading, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Olive lists jobs from US employers, including remote roles you can work from the United States.

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Assistant Chemical Engineer supports licensed engineers in designing chemical systems for diverse projects such as power plants, process facilities, healthcare, pipelines, airports, and government or military sites, handling design, drawing updates, client presentations, field inspections, and data research while adhering to budget, codes, and company policies.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft Office SuiteHysysAspenHTRICAD SoftwareCommunicationLeadershipAttention to DetailTeam BuildingCollaborationProblem Solving

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Chemical EngineeringABET AccreditationEngineers in Training (EIT) CertificationMinimum GPA 3.0Legal Authorization to Work Permanently

Full job description

Description

The Assistant Chemical Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Chemical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting chemical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

  • Assists in the chemical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.

  • Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.

  • Assists in designing chemical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.

  • Applies basic knowledge of commonly used chemical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the chemical engineering services industry.

  • Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers.

  • Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.

  • Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.

  • Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.

  • ABET accreditation strongly preferred.

  • Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.

  • Basic knowledge in standard chemical engineering techniques, principles and procedures.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.

  • Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

  • Basic computer skills include process simulation software (i.e. Hysys and/or Aspen, HTRI) is preferred.

  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.

  • Demonstrated leadership skills.

  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

  • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Chemical Engineering

Primary Location US-PA-Reading

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 264450

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-EAC #T&D

Similar jobs, posted recently

Open roles like this one, listed in the last 30 days.

You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.