Process Engineer
Smith Seckman Reid
Nashville, TN (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
Visit http:
//www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr and explore our culture on LinkedIn and Instagram. What You'll Do As a Process Engineer, you'll design, optimize, and scale industrial processes—sizing and specifying equipment, developing safe and efficient systems, integrating controls, and supporting commissioning—to reduce cost, improve sustainability, and meet client and code requirements across food & beverage, chemical, petrochemical, and water/wastewater facilities. Assume responsible charge for projects within your experience and expertise; may serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) on assigned work. Evaluate existing processes and equipment; review lab/plant data and prepare clear reports that explain findings and recommendations. Design and commission new production units; implement process modifications and upgrades; troubleshoot existing operations. Apply mass, momentum, and heat‑transfer principles to size/specify process equipment and design safe, efficient systems. Support scale‑up from pilot/small‑scale to commercially viable large‑scale operations with appropriate controls and documentation. Prepare P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and calculations; create risk assessments including PHA and health/safety studies. Lead/participate in site visits to verify field conditions, take measurements, and observe installation/start‑up activities. Coordinate with authorities, utilities, and municipalities to incorporate code and government requirements. Develop man‑hour budgets with the Project Manager; plan work to schedule and report progress, risks, and changes. Assist with proactive QA/QC plans; review deliverables prior to issue; maintain accurate project files and change logs. Interface with suppliers, contractors, and clients to refine scope and cost; assist with proposals and client presentations. Participate in professional organizations and continuous learning to track standards, codes, and industry trends.Who We're Looking For Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Process Engineering from an ABET accredited college with five years applicable experience in process engineering EI preferred Experience in food & beverage, chemical, petrochemical, and water/wastewater treatment preferred Experience with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and field instrumentation Experience with boilers, steam, hot water, and chilled water utility systems Experience with compressed gas systems Experience with pump, piping, and valve sizing calculations to meet flow & pressure requirements Experience with mass, energy, and heat balances under both steady and non-steady state conditions Experience with AutoCAD (Plant 3D preferred) or other relevant design toolsPreferred Qualifications:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Knowledge of chemical engineering theories/methodologies, industry processes, and field instrumentation. Knowledge ofOSHA PSM
standards; knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards. Ability to read and produce P&IDs; familiarity with mass/energy/heat balances and utility systems. Clear technical writing and presentations; strong speech clarity and interpersonal collaboration. Detail‑oriented with sound judgment and decision‑making; organized documentation and follow‑through. What We Offer 100% Employee-Owned- Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting. Retirement Savings
- 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match. Health & Wellness
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company‑funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans. Company-Paid Protection
- Life insurance, AD&D, and short
- and long-term disability at no cost to you. Work-Life Balance
- Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays. Career Growth
- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.
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