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Process Mechanical Engineer -Water (Richmond & Norfolk)

Burns & McDonnell
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/29/2026
Description

The Staff Process Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects within the municipal water industry. The Staff Process Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting process plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

  • Perform process design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
  • Modify and review 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.
  • Design process components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Applies strong knowledge of commonly used process engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the process engineering services industry.
  • Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
  • Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
  • Compiles information for 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.
  • Performs 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 related degree from an ABET accredited program. and 3 years of process engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required or
  • Bachelor Degree in Chemical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 3 years of process engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required or
  • Master Degree in Chemical Engineering and 2 years of process engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required
  • Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques 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 in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Strong computer skills include process simulation software (i.e. Hysys and/or Aspen, HTRI).
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred

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-VA-Richmond

Other Locations US-VA-Norfolk

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 254917

Job Hire Type Experienced #WTR

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