Associate Electrical Engineer - Manufacturing Projects - CapEx

Celanese • Bishop, TX

69d

About The Position

The Electrical Project Engineer will lead Capital and Expense Projects ranging from $10K to approximately $10MM for Celanese. This role involves providing project management, technical engineering design, cost estimation, planning, and specifications for the construction of new facilities as well as the reconditioning or alteration of existing systems and equipment. The engineer will define the final project scope, determine the best engineering solutions, estimate costs, develop funding requests, and manage spending and execution throughout the life of the project.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Applicable electrical and instrumentation experience highly desirable.
• <1+ years' experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of successful project management practices such as cost control, estimating, scheduling programs (MS Project or Primavera), and forecasting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of specifying and installation of electrical equipment and instrumentation.
• General knowledge of IEEE, ISA, and NEC standards.
• Able to plan and organize projects from inception to start-up.
• Ability to work in and foster a strong team environment with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of chemical or refinery facilities and integration of project work in these facilities preferred.
• Strong safety champion who will lead the project in achieving zero incidents and injuries.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-motivated with ability to originate and adapt to new ideas.
• Able to handle multiple activities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Communicates team member needs to site supervision to execute the project based on project requirements.
• Provides timing and direction to the team to achieve project cost and timing.
• Leads decisions on contracting strategy and selection of contractor(s).
• Controls costs, forecasts spending, and reports schedules to site supervision.
• Provides detailed engineering design for plant additions and modifications via contract design group.
• Coordinates/manages contract in-house or off-site engineering and design efforts during engineering, design, and drafting phases of project life.
• Participates in project Safety Reviews (MSR), Management of Change (MOC) process, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), and other hand-over activities.
• Assists in start-up, SOP development, and training as required.
• Ensures all engineering, maintenance, and operational documentation is filed and available at the time of startup.
• Manages updates to SAP, spare parts selection, and stocking efforts.
• Writes specifications for equipment, evaluates vendor bids, and selects equipment.
• Manages equipment purchases to ensure delivery, specification compliance, and cost and forecast control.
• Provides engineering consulting services to site.
• Reviews new project feasibility and provides innovative use of technology.
• Performs technical design reviews for instrument, electrical, and analyzer design packages.
• Oversees and manages construction activities related to projects.
• Checks for compliance with approved specifications and designs.
• Performs appropriate construction checkout and readiness reviews before PSSR.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees