Senior Process Engineer – Energy

AtkinsRéalis

. Analyze, develop, and improve industrial processes .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $173,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in process systems design and mechanical engineering fundamentals, with a strong ability to analyze and improve industrial processes while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Capable of mentoring junior colleagues and collaborating effectively within multi-discipline project teams.

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Process Systems DesignMechanical Engineering FundamentalsNuclear Industry ExperienceCAD Software (SolidWorks)PE Certification

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Hard Skills

Engineering CalculationsDesign of Chemical Engineering SystemsMass and Energy BalancesPressure ProfilesPipe, Pump, and Vessel Sizing

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTask ManagementMentoring

Tools & Technologies

SolidWorksFiltration SystemsPiping SystemsReaction VesselsIon-Exchange Skids

Certifications & Qualifications

PE CertificationEligible to Work Under 10 CFR Part 810

Industry Keywords

Nuclear ProjectsSafety StandardsRegulatory ComplianceQuality ControlDesign Integration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze, develop, and improve industrial processes
Support the overall design and analysis of mechanical components and system designs for nuclear and commercial projects
Collaborate with production teams, quality control, and other engineers to ensure efficient processes and compliance with safety and regulatory standards
Design chemical engineering systems including reaction vessels, filtration systems, ion-exchange skids, piping, and vessel systems
Select commercially available equipment including pumps, valves, pipe fittings, in-line components, and filtration systems
Perform engineering calculations including mass and energy balances, pressure profiles, and pipe, pump, and vessel sizing
Run experiments and tests to support design documents and plant modifications
Apply national codes and standards and site design, safety, and licensing basis requirements
Work in multi-discipline project teams and ensure design integration across disciplines
Mentor, guide, and conduct quality reviews of junior colleagues when needed
Check and review design media for accuracy and compliance with company policies, procedures, and client expectations
Meet assigned schedules and initiate corrective measures to overcome delays
Recommend equipment, concepts, and techniques to improve performance, simplify design, reduce costs, correct design flaws, or comply with changed requirements, codes, or regulations
Operate with a high degree of independence
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required in chemical, mechanical, industrial or related engineering field
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience
Experience in nuclear industry preferred
PE preferred
Master’s degree preferred
Effective written and verbal communication skills
In-depth knowledge and experience required in process systems design
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks
Eligible to work under 10 CFR Part 810

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid short- and long-term disability benefits
Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Leaves of absences options
Flexible work options
Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
Employee assistance program
Voluntary benefits