Project Engineer III (In-Plant)

ReCon Management Services•Sulphur, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Develop and oversee engineering and design efforts for project engineering drawings and packages, from feasibility studies through construction. This in-plant role represents the company's interests throughout project execution, including front-end loading, engineering, procurement, construction, start-up, and close-out. The Project Engineer plans and executes assigned capital projects and selected expense projects within approved funding limits and schedules, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines, applicable codes, specifications, regulations, and engineering standards. The position processes projects through the site's management of change system and procedures, maintains required documents for the gated capital-project process, and coordinates project input from operations, maintenance, safety engineering, and other support groups. It oversees assigned engineering and support personnel and directs engineering and construction contractors as directed by the project manager. The role also coordinates discipline engineering and design work, checks calculations and drawing packages, and monitors project cost, schedule, quality, and status. The position requires a bachelor's degree in a related engineering field and at least six years of relevant industry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The role involves work at industrial plants and construction sites, including outdoor walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and wearing protective clothing.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in a related field from an accredited university and at least six years of experience in petrochemical, chemical, offshore, pipeline, or utility industries, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
Broad experience and understanding of refinery maintenance, operating, and project practices.
Highly developed technical expertise in design, fabrication, and construction associated with industrial structural steel and piping systems.
Ability to apply technical expertise to problem-solving while achieving broader business objectives.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project, or similar software.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in a team-oriented, multitasking environment.
Ability to mentor younger engineers.
Knowledge of design in the relevant discipline and regulatory codes and requirements.
Experience with discipline-specific computer applications.
Familiarity with key aspects of Civil, Mechanical, I/E, and Chemical Engineering.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
Ability to work full-time, at least five days per week.
Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of year.
Ability to work in protective clothing that may elevate body temperature for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
Ability to use multilevel stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.
Ability to sit at a desk and operate a computer for extended periods.
Ability to stand; use hands and fingers; grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear.
Ability to see with visual acuity and distinguish between colors.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to regularly lift and carry 15 pounds and, at times, lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering.
Project management, project engineering, construction management, or similar experience in the refining or petrochemical industry.
Knowledge of facility siting standards or mitigations.
Knowledge of building construction, building complexes, temporary building units, or related work.
Knowledge of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar project scheduling software.
Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, with pipe stress or layout experience, or maintenance responsibilities involving rotating equipment.
Willingness and ability to spend periods of time at locations such as Houston, Texas.
Ability to direct others' activities and priorities through influence.
Ability to develop and communicate clear, specific strategies and tactics.
Ownership, accountability, and a record of delivering on commitments.
Commitment to company core values.
Ability to encourage creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Professional Engineer Intern status; professional registration preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure capital projects meet corporate funding approval guidelines and comply with applicable codes, specifications, regulations, and engineering standards.
Represent the company's interests through all aspects of project execution, including front-end loading, engineering, procurement, construction, start-up, and close-out.
Process projects through the site's management of change software and procedures, ensuring timely completion of project deliverables.
Plan, organize, direct, and execute assigned capital projects and selected expense projects within approved funding limits and schedules.
Prepare and update project documents required by the gated capital-project process, including project studies, design bases, and execution plans.
Oversee engineering and support personnel assigned to projects, as directed by the project manager.
Direct engineering and construction contractors as directed by the project manager.
Respond promptly to contractor requests for information during project execution.
Advise management of developments that may substantially affect project costs or schedules and report project progress and status.
Establish and maintain communication to support the accurate and timely flow of project information.
Coordinate project input from operations, maintenance, safety engineering, and other support groups.
Define project scope, including discipline engineering requirements and estimated project hours and resources.
Describe project requirements through engineering sketches and verbal instructions, and present work in an organized form suitable for the available design personnel.
Coordinate and organize work with other disciplines and maintain effective working relationships.
Check drawing packages for completeness, code compliance, and accuracy, and generate discipline construction scopes of work as required.
Supervise engineering package quality and production and provide instructions to design staff.
Perform discipline calculations and check other engineers' calculations for completeness, code compliance, and accuracy.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.