Senior Mechanical Engineer - Industrial

Job Description

Why join us?

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees, feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes, diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos include collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people, thrive.  We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis!

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Exton, PA, to lead and work on various Mechanical Engineer and Process Engineering projects. The Senior Mechanical Engineer position requires working on fast paced technically complex projects in the industrial, chemical, biotech, pharmaceutical, and food industries. This position is open to in-office, hybrid or remote work possibilities.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Lead a range of mechanical engineering activities associated with delivering successful solutions to our clients in the food and beverage, biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical industries, and specialty chemical industries.
• Work directly with clients to define project requirements and deliver appropriate solutions to meet the stated needs based on a defined budget and schedule. This work is done in conjunction with members of other disciplines.
• Develop standard engineering documents associated with projects at various stages of execution from Conceptual Design to Construction documents. 

Example deliverables include:

• User requirement specifications.
• Basis of design narratives and scope definition.
• P&IDs and PFDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams).
• Equipment specifications and datasheets.
• Equipment lists and Electrical Coordination List.
• Control Points List and Sequence of Operations.
• Industrial Facility planning to include, flows of material, equipment and personnel.
• Equipment Layout HAZOP participation and documentation.
• Equipment RFP (Request for Proposal) preparation
• Bid tabulations.
• Process and clean utilities design and specifications.
• Provide input for development of cost estimates.
• Develop and execute commissioning plans and checklists.
• Apply cGMPs, Sanitary design and clean design principals.

Implementation Verification:

• Verify the correct implementation of systems as designed and ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g., cGMPs) during the execution phase.

Project Support:

• Support the Project Manager with start-up and commissioning efforts during the startup and commissioning phase.

Project Execution:

• Execute projects of varying sizes with a focus on larger scope and/or higher technical complexity.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the quality of design documents.

Team Development:

• Develop junior engineers.

Safety and Design Excellence:

• Reinforce an atmosphere of safety and a commitment to design excellence.

Quality Management:

• Complete Quality Management Training and comply with the program, upholding a commitment to a culture of quality in all aspects of work.

What will you contribute?

• Education Level: BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
• Familiarity with requirements of cGMP and regulatory guideline and clean design practices.
• Experienced with writing specifications for piping systems including utility and clean utilities.
• Familiar with the IBC, IFC, NFPA and OSHA as it relates to manufacturing facilities and hazardous materials.
• Familiar with Industrial Ventilation principals and understanding of HVAC systems.
• Experience with recognizing and