Associate Chemical/process Engineer - (temporary)

Harris Group thrives on providing expert engineering for some of today’s most complex challenges.  We are creative in our approach by delivering multi-discipline services across a wide range of project types. Our successes are directly related to high-quality collaboration, across all offices, expertise, and backgrounds.  Harris Group is a 100% Employee-Owned company with our eyes focused on the people in the company, the clients we serve, and the communities in which we live.

Harris Group is seeking an Associate Chemical or Process Engineer to join our team in Thousand Oaks, CA for short-term project in the Biotech industry. Working with the Life Sciences group, a successful candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and the desire to gain relevant work experience. 

This is an hourly appointment based on project needs. The initial expectation for the project duration is one year with the possibility to extend. This position will require daily commute to Thousands Oaks. 

The Role

The Associate Chemical or Process Engineer will be responsible for providing professional engineering expertise to our industrial projects that seek to positively impact both the community and the environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work on design, analysis, troubleshooting, and field support in Industrial Manufacturing, Life Sciences (Biopharmaceutical), and Laboratories.

The Responsibilities 

• Serve as a technical resource on complex designs and advance engineering theories, concepts, principles, and processes.
• Perform mechanical design, working with other members of the mechanical staff, and coordinate with other disciplines on specific projects.
• Coordinate design with vendor supplied equipment
• Support equipment operation and maintenance.

The Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering with 2-5 years of relevant experience.

• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering techniques commonly used in industrial capital projects.
• Familiarity with process system design and equipment (i.e. pumps, fans, heat exchangers, cooling towers, boilers, chillers, conveyors and air handlers).
• Ability to identify, interpret and apply relevant codes and standards to engineering designs.
• Proficient with MSOffice suite.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel to Thousand Oaks Daily will be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Harris Group provides a competitive compensation and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Drug Free Workplace
Harris Group, Inc. is a 100% drug free workplace.  For the safety of our employees, customers, and our customer’s facilities, we do a pre-employment drug test and may require random testing to meet specific client needs. Please note that Marijuana, even if prescribed by a physician OR allowed under a state law regulating Marijuana, remains illegal under federal law and is against Harris Group’s policy.

 We look forward to receiving your resume!