Job Description

As a Principal Process Chemical Engineer, you will:

• Develop new and redline existing Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and Interlock Narratives
• Lead chemical engineering efforts on assigned modernization capital projects
• Be an active team member on a cross functional project team
• Support Process Hazard Analyses for new processes
• Troubleshoot process, instrumentation and equipment problems to support project startup
• Develop Process Flow Diagrams and Heat and Material Balances
• Lead various calculations for process design (i.e. relief, pump sizing, and heat transfer)
• Develop cost estimates and scope of work for capital projects.
• Provide field support for I/O, interlock checkout, & startup commissioning activities
• Write, maintain, and update necessary procedures and assist with training operators when needed
• Mentor junior Process Chemical Engineers
• This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from ABET Accredited University Program
• 6+ years relevant experience. We may consider candidates with fewer years of experience for a more junior role or additional experience for a more senior role.
• Process Flow Diagram development
• Heat and Material Balance development
• Experience in Process Chemical Design
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagram development (P&ID)
• Hazard Analysis experience - PHA, HAZOP, FMEA, etc.
• Ability to work on shift and/or be on-call on occasion when project requires it #LI-Onsite #LI-JR1

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Professional Engineering License (PE) in Tennessee
• Master's in Business Administration (MBA)
• Experience with Control Systems, specifically Siemens PCS7
• Experience on major ($1M+) Capital Projects #LI-Onsite #LI-JR1

Benefits Information

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).