Requisition ID: 265756
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Relocation Authorized: None
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Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
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Work Location: Reading
Bechtel helps clients deliver projects of purpose that create a lasting positive legacy globally. These projects create jobs and grow economies; improve the resiliency of the world's infrastructure; tie communities to resources and opportunities; get us closer to net zero; tackle critical environmental challenges to protect people and the planet; and accelerate progress to make the world a cleaner, greener, safer place.
We are currently recruiting a Graduate Process Engineer with an initial assignment supporting the AWE project. For more than 70 years, Atomic Weapons Enterprise (AWE) has supported the UK Government’s nuclear defence strategy and the Continuous at Sea Deterrent. They use nuclear know-how and technical expertise to provide innovative solutions that support the UK’s counterterrorism and nuclear threat reduction activities. Like Bechtel, they create and maintain a safe operating culture where safety is front and centre of everything they do. From building state-of-the-art facilities, to supporting Production, Science, Engineering and Technology programmes, the management of Environment, Safety, Health, and Wellbeing underpins all activities at AWE.
To achieve this goal individuals from Bechtel bring their experience and expertise to the role while working within the client’s organisation as part of an integrated team. We pull to supporting the client’s goals while promoting our values of fairness, diversity, inclusion, trust and collaboration guided by our Vision, Values and Covenants.
What we offer
At Bechtel we offer a competitive salary package with the opportunity for flexible working to achieve greater work-life balance. Employee wellbeing is at the centre of our business and Bechtel is acted to offering you the benefits and resources to live healthy lives. We can offer:
Flexible Working- Private Medical Coverage
- Life Insurance Program
- Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long Term Disability Scheme
Position Summary
Executes process engineering deliverables according to a set engineering design criteria utilizing approved engineering procedures, practices, and standards- Prepares, coordinates, and reviews designs, studies, reports, and proposals
- Takes the initiative to coordinate the detailed design development of a system with other engineering disciplines while managing workload and meeting schedule due dates
Key Responsibilities
Conduct industry and academic research relating to chemical process design and apply findings to project technical challenges and evaluations- Participate in the develop and/or review of overall plant and unit simulations including development of preliminary H&MBs.
- Participate in the develop Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and be able to explain selected flow configuration.
- Calculation of preliminary equipment sizes, requirements identification, and development of equipment specifications.
- Attend and provide input at major reviews such a PFD reviews, HAZOPs, and model reviews. Represent the engineering discipline and being able to explain process design questions to clients and other disciplines.
- Develop preliminary utility design requirements including consumptions and the overall utility summary.
- Develop and maintain preliminary P&IDs through the Stage Gate review process
- Develop and issue line designation tables (line lists)
Skills and Qualifications
The ability to take the initiative and work well in a team are crucial skills for Bechtel Graduates. Our people are excited by achieving tangible results.
Finding practical solutions to complex problems is central to our success, so you'll need more than just exceptional academic talent. You have to be able to grasp the essentials of any situation quickly, think on your feet, come up with workable ideas, and then communicate them clearly and persuasively.
On course for a masters (2:1 or above) or PhD in Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or university- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English with strong PC literacy (especially in MS Excel and Word)
- A conceptual understanding of chemical engineering principles of heat transfer, vapor-liquid equilibria, mass transfer and thermodynamics, and their general application to process design.
- Excellent knowledge of technical theory, engineering principles, good engineering practices and how to apply them for design execution
- Familiarity with major regulations and industry codes and standards affecting standard design, quality, or processes
- Knowledgeable in process design of equipment, including vessels, columns, heat exchangers and package process specifications for equipment and control valves.
- Be able to work independently and demonstrate initiative as well as operate effectively as part of a team
- Be flexible and enthusiastic, producing high quality work and have an eye for detail
- Work experience that demonstrates an interest in this subject area of the EPC/Nuclear industry and extra-curricular activities will assist in your application
- Bechtel is an IChemE ACTS scheme member - we are looking for candidates who are interested in achieving IChemE chartered status
The position is open to United Kingdom (UK) Nationals only. Candidates must be able to obtain a SC security clearance.
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