Process Engineering - General Agribusiness

 

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

 

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.  

 

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation  

Req Id : 102405 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : Yes 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: Yes 

Why Black and Veatch

Recognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work, Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. 
 
At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

The Opportunity

It's time for better. NextGen Ag: Better Food, Better Planet.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Function in a Lead Role.
• Primary focus of technical execution of project deliverables, on time and on budget. 
• Perform technology evaluation studies, conceptual and preliminary design, and detailed design for projects in the food, beverage, and agribusiness industries.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Participate in writing proposals.

The Team

Black & Veatch Process Engineers develop technical solutions that are critical to winning work and drive design deliverables for critical infrastructure projects with community benefits. Our Team of over 200 process engineers support water, industrial, next generation agriculture, LNG, hydrogen, fertilizer, and carbon capture businesses among others.  We have transformed our team to align with megatrends associated with water scarcity, limited resources, alternative fuels, and energy sustainability. Our industry leading solutions modernize infrastructure, optimize asset use, reduce cost, and mitigate risk. 

Why BVs Process Engineering Team?

• The work is rewarding and meaningful
• The team is comprised of supportive and appreciative professionals 
• Career opportunities exist in many rapidly expanding business solutions

Key Responsibilities

The NextGen Ag team is based out of Kansas City with professionals located throughout the US and internationally. Hybrid options are available!

Key Responsibilities:

• Functions as a subject matter expert (SME), familiar with agribusiness equipment including solids (grain, corn, soybean, etc) handling, processing, milling, mixing / blending, extraction, and/or corn ethanol. Food and beverage and industrial equipment experience a plus.
• Prepares and oversees preparation of complex engineering deliverables including Mass Balance, Equipment Lists, Equipment Datasheets, Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). Plant 3D and Smart P&ID familiarity a plus.
• Develops pre-construction strategies, such as sequencing, general regulatory requirements, and a collaboration between other disciplines (eg, electrical, instrumentation & controls, architecture)
• Performs research and develops recommendations for equipment and material selection. Prepares and oversees preparation of equipment and construction specifications. 
• Directs other engineers and designers in equipment layout and mechanical pipe routing, understanding interaction of piping with structures and equipment and pipe stress requirements. 
• Responsible for budget, schedule, and quality adherence for self and project discipline team. 
• Drives internal and external stakeholder collaboration.
• Engineering Standards — Continues to learn, remains current and applies independent knowledge and interpretation about departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes. Engaged in continual improvement of these standards.
• Travel up to 25% to support project and pursuit activities

Management Responsibilities

Acts in capacity of a "lead person." Does not have management re