Stellar is seeking a Food & Beverage Process Project Engineer to be responsible for supporting and managing a diverse engineering and design project team, and to serve both an internal and external customer base from a project's inception to its completion. You will research, define, test, and implements processes and develop P&ID's, Process Flow Diagrams, Utility drawings, project specifications, and equipment layouts for food-processing facilities. You'll be responsible for properly sizing, specifying, and integrating process equipment, as well as coordinating structural, mechanical, electrical and control systems, as required. Knowledge of food-processing, packaging, material handling, and other process equipment/systems in compliance with state, federal and/or International codes & standards is required. Knowledge of RTE, bakery, coffee, protein, or dairy/beverage processes preferred.
Responsibilities
Design - responsible for the Process-related engineering aspects of a project. Works with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers to develop Process Flow Diagrams, P&ID's, and equipment layouts (General Arrangements) to efficiently meet customer specifications; ensures designs and layouts conform to specifications, code requirements, and food-safety requirements
Provides direction to engineers, designers and CAD operators for the creation of engineering drawings
Develops design specifications for external suppliers including OEM's and Sub-Contractors
Provides attentiveness to detail, follow-up procedures, and documentation of action; proficient in time-management and personal organization
Generates and manages various forms of communication, including RFI's and Submittals, throughout the life-cycle of a project
Communicates directly with equipment vendors to obtain all necessary designs, drawings, and utility information. Utilizes collected data to design equipment Utility drawings
Prepares contract documents, calculations, observation reports, and estimates
Procurement - aids in the bidding of equipment and services by generating the appropriate bid documents, managing the bidding schedule, and conducting a bid analysis
Budget Control - assists by estimating layout costs (design and material) for specified process; seeks alternative methods that reduce cost of design; reviews activities to ensure design stays within projected costs
Client Interface - effectively responds to the needs and requests of clients, as required
Project Administration - utilizes company software/tools to ensure all necessary documents are in-place and processed; reviews and approves Engineering Change Notices; develops and implements design project schedules; schedules meetings as necessary with suppliers, owners, design teams, and permitting agencies; plans work schedules and timelines for support staff
External Relationships - coordinates with outside engineering and architectural resources on all aspects of design; communicates with permitting and regulatory agencies, as necessary
Provides onsite and/or offsite direction and support to Field Engineers and Superintendents throughout the equipment installation, startup, and commissioning phases of a project
Assists in updating all record data and drawings for final project completion and turnover
Qualifications
BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience (Food and Beverage preferred)
Familiarity with Food Safety Designs and Guidelines
Technical Writing Skills
Occasional travel to customer and other site locations
About Stellar: Stellar, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a fully integrated firm focusing on design, construction, architecture, engineering, and mechanical services worldwide for over 30 years. Stellar combines a multitude of capabilities to create buildings and systems of exceptional long-term quality, value and efficiency. From food processing plants and healthcare facilities to refrigerated warehouses, automated production lines and beyond, we offer an integrated approach to meet all our clients' needs.
Stellar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by law.
