Utilities Systems Engineer

@ CRB

Company Description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. With over 1,100 employees, CRB delivers best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for clients, employees, and communities worldwide.

Job Description

As a Utilities Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in designing process utility systems and supporting facility infrastructure for complex manufacturing environments. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, coordinated solutions for clients in regulated industries. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong technical skills and a passion for resolving engineering challenges in dynamic project settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop process utility systems including clean and plant utilities, HVAC, and piping systems.
• Perform engineering calculations from first principles when standard templates are unavailable.
• Create construction drawing packages and specifications for moderately complex projects.
• Support construction activities including RFI responses, submittal reviews, punch lists, and progress reports.
• Participate in squad checks ensuring coordinated, high-quality deliverables.
• Mentor junior designers and translate designs into Revit models.
• Contribute to advanced deliverables such as Basis of Design Reports, Hazardous Material Summaries, water/waste balances, heat transfer calculations, simulation analysis, process descriptions, equipment and hygienic piping specifications, and room cards.

Qualifications

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Bioprocess Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and at least 3 years of relevant experience are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, along with familiarity with industry codes and regulatory guidance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registration or completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
• Expertise in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and material/energy balance calculations
• Field survey experience and ability to resolve site issues
• Capability to coordinate across disciplines and with external partners
• Familiarity with construction trade coordination and vendor engagement
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other design platforms
• Programming experience is a plus

Key skills/competency

• Process Utility
• HVAC
• Piping Systems
• Engineering Calculations
• Construction Drawings
• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Fluid Mechanics
• Heat Transfer
• Mentorship