Design Associate I - Process

In this role, you will be responsible for providing and integrating innovative and cost-effective engineering design in accordance with applicable industry codes and standards for all phases of the process engineering work in a multi-discipline team approach. You will also be actively involved in team approach and makes recommendations to deliver integrated process/systems as specified and contracted.

Job Responsibilities:

• Application of Knowledge of Process Systems
  • Supports execution of the process scope of services that meets customer's project requirements and learns to comply with all applicable codes, ordinances, standards and regulations.
  • Applies experience and engineering knowledge to support development of technical proposals and execute projects.
  • Supports planning, conducting and coordinating all process engineering functions based on their review of a project scope of work pertaining to both process operations and utility systems with focus on process design, operation, and material/equipment selection.
  • Effectively communicates with other engineers, project managers, clients and suppliers.
  • Learns to follow engineering procedures.
• Design
  • Participates in project strategy meetings, develops design concepts and recommends systems.
  • Supports production of well-organized, finished drawings of good appearance, accuracy, clarity and correctness.
  • Maintains orderly work files and prepares clear, well written correspondence.
  • Researches, learns and documents discipline design compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, standards and regulations.
  • Researches and documents discipline design compliance with proposal/client criteria.
  • Executes or coordinates with designers for layout.
  • Performs and/or checks engineering calculations and analyses.
  • Supports writing discipline specifications for assigned projects.
  • Supports placement of safety symbols on construction documents as necessary for discipline.
  • Supports technical review of project technical requirements with team to define work plan.
  • Assists with plotting, production and assembly of drawing packages.
  • Develops or verifies utility matrixes, equipment lists, equipment specifications and controls.
  • Develops and/or reviews discipline specific drawings, schedules and calculations for assigned projects.
• Construction Support
  • Participates in plant surveys or field inspections, development of solutions to field problems, preparation of field orders, addenda and record drawings.
  • Provides clarification of the design, responding to contractor inquiries, and supports site support for equipment installation, start-up and commissioning efforts.
  • Supports project startup, commissioning, verification and closeout tasks.
  • Provides timely solutions to field problems and prepares field orders, addenda and record drawings.
  • Advises and assists construction project managers, superintendents and subcontractors in the interpretation and clarification of construction documents.
  • Participates as requested in construction inspection to monitor compliance with design intent, construction drawings and specifications. Inspections may occur at the client's site or at a vendor. Prepares inspection reports
• Project Management
  • Supports team in both internal and external (clients/vendors) design reviews throughout the project.
  • Prepares presentation materials
  • Supports the project team with the identification of consulting partners (equipment & automation) and pre-qualifies them for appropriate services.
  • Writes scope of work (SOW) and develops/assembles all technical drawings required to issue bid packages.
  • Supports management of bid packages in terms of evaluating bids for technical conformance, participates in overall vendor selection and provides technical support to the procurement team throughout the purchase cycle.
  • Reviews and comments on vendor submittal documents for conformance with contract documents.
  • Monitors client requests against the proposal and known scope of work. Supports development of engineering change notices under the direction of the project manager.
  • Coordinates work with other disciplines and participates in interdisciplinary coordination checks and QA/QC reviews to minimize deficiencies, errors and omissions in drawings and specifications.
  • Supports creating and/or updating standards and procedures for executing projects effectively and efficiently.
• Planning, Scheduling, and Profitability
  • Creates discipline work plan for assigned projects. Monitors workload status, advising supervisor of difficulties in accomplishing schedules.
  • Supports production and man-hour estimate for project effort for all work in process discipline. Supports process related budgets under the direction of the project manager.
  • Supports pricing and proposal presentation documents.
  • Assists in coordinating information with and monitoring efforts/costs of discipline-related outside consultants.
  • Tracks actual hours worked each week for themselves, and informs director if deliverables are tracking within schedule and budget.
  • Coordinates with team to produce a well-coordinated, technically sound, complete set of documents reflecting the required scope of work on time and within the budget.
  • Assists the project team in RFP responses, developing proposals including the preparation of conceptual estimates, schedules and other proposal documents.
• Professional Development
  • Opportunities to pursue FE or PE license working with Professional Engineers.
  • Participates in professional organizations in terms of memberships and/or educations courses and seminars.
• Leadership
  • Adheres to established company standards and policies
  • Directs technical efforts of discipline subordinates assigned to the project
  • Self-starter who works well within groups and individually to further improve and contribute to the growth and effectiveness of the department.
• Travel as required
• Other duties which may be assigned as needed

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree required. Bachelor's degree in accredited curriculum such as Chemical and/or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Practical experience in some of the following: fermentation, distillation, thermal processing, heat exchangers, fluid transfers (fittings, valves, pumps), evaporation, sterilization, CIP, SIP and systems automation/integration in both consumer and bulk food processing.
• General knowledge of design-build and EPC practices, coordination, and execution
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference.

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace.

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