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 lead efforts from research and development (R&D) concepts to commercialization, focusing on industrial chemical process development and design. This role involves identifying requirements, conducting laboratory experiments, and generating reports while applying both core and emerging chemical engineering capabilities to solve complex chemical processing challenges. The position offers opportunities to support multiple projects and engage in activities beyond core chemical engineering roles, including utility assessments and project proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts from R&D concept to commercialization.
• Identify requirements and develop industrial chemical processes.
• Conduct laboratory experimentation and pilot design.
• Generate reports and 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.
• Peer review team reports and evaluations.
• Support project/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 (ASPEN preferred).
• 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, wastewater, DoD fuels, and natural gas systems.
• Condition assessment of existing utility systems.
• 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 opportunities.
• Recognition for quality work.