Senior Chemical Engineer

Concurrent Technologies - Johnstown, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Johnstown, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Chemical Engineer at Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC) will play a pivotal role in leading efforts from research and development (R&D) concepts to commercialization. This position involves a comprehensive range of responsibilities, including requirement identification, industrial chemical process development, process design, and process improvement. The candidate will engage in laboratory experimentation, pilot design, cost estimation, and report generation. The nature of the projects will vary, requiring the candidate to define solutions for evaluation or explore open concepts to develop alternatives based on customer needs. This role is an opportunity to apply both core and emerging chemical engineering capabilities to address chemical processing challenges creatively and effectively. CTC's matrix organization allows for involvement in multiple projects beyond core chemical engineering roles. Responsibilities may include utility assessments of domestic and industrial waters, Department of Defense (DoD) fuels, natural gas, and steam systems at DoD installations. The candidate will also participate in peer reviews of team reports and evaluations, as well as support project and program proposals. The position anticipates travel, estimated at 15%, which will be dictated by project needs and may include visits to DoD/contractor facilities, both within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside (OCONUS), as well as attendance at relevant conferences.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts from R&D concept to commercialization.
• Identify requirements and develop industrial chemical processes.
• Design and improve chemical processes through laboratory experimentation.
• Generate reports and conduct cost estimations for projects.
• Support multiple projects and activities outside core chemical engineering roles.
• Conduct utility assessments of domestic and industrial waters, DoD fuels, natural gas, and steam systems.
• Participate in peer reviews of team reports and evaluations.
• Support project and program proposals.

Requirements

• BS degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 6-8 years of experience in chemical engineering.
• Experience in process and plant design.
• Ability to develop chemical process concepts, flow diagrams, P&ID diagrams, and equipment specifications.
• Experience in controls development and specification.
• Chemical modeling and simulation experience, preferably with ASPEN.
• Experience in developing design of experiments for proof of concept or process optimization.
• Capital and operating cost estimating experience.
• Basic knowledge of materials, coatings, and surface treatments used on DoD weapons systems and platforms.
• Understanding of taking R&D concepts through testing, pilot, LRIP, and commercialization.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and balance competing deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Understanding of utility water and wastewater systems.
• Experience with DoD fuels and natural gas systems.
• Condition assessment of existing utility systems.
• Aptitude or experience related to mechanical systems.
• Experience in chemical plant buildout/startup.
• Knowledge of hydrogen production and oil and gas refining.
• Familiarity with rare earth element chemistries.
• Experience in materials analysis and selection.
• Knowledge of industrial process safety, industrial hygiene, and environmental compliance and permitting.
• Familiarity with DoD research organizations and programs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and educational advancement.
• Recognition for quality work.
• Work-life balance initiatives.