Project Engineer

The Bergaila Companies•Pasadena, TX

13d•$130,000•Onsite

About The Position

We put the unity in "opportunity." Opportunity Snapshot: Compensation: $130K/year Location: Pasadena, TX Work Schedule: 9/80 (every other Friday off) Assignment Duration: Direct hire Benefits: Comprehensive insurance with 401(k), holidays and PTO Founded in 1949, our Client achieves growth by overcoming changes in the times and business environments through a creative fusion of people and technology. The many materials they create are used by their customers in products essential to rewarding living, and their business have come to span wide-ranging number of fields including Materials Solutions, Healthcare Advancement, and Nutrition Solutions.

Requirements

5-7 years experience with Plant/Manufacturing environment
1-3 years of Project Management experience
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Familiarity with AutoCAD & Microsoft Project
Familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
Must be able to read, write and communicate fluently in English
Perform specific tasks/phases of work with moderate difficulty and complexity effectively and efficiently (apply and utilize work experience and expertise)
Work process improvement on day-to-day operations/assignments
Collaborate, coordinate, and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders/business partners

Responsibilities

Direct and manage small to large capital project requirements from beginning to end
Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support plant requirements in collaboration with management
Develop any and all associated project documents including detailed list of engineering and design specs for the deliverables of the scope
Estimate project cost, submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary
Keep track of project costs and variance reports
Develop timelines and identify resources needed to execute the project on time and on budget
Plan, schedule, and track project timelines and milestones
Select equipment, piping, electrical & instrument, civil, structural, vendor/contractors through the bid process when applicable
Where required, negotiate with vendor/supplier to meet the project budget/process requirement
Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and other departments in timely and clear fashion
Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis
Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate team members and personnel
Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirement documentation, and presentations
Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans
Assist in transferring projects to production department by training personnel on new equipment/systems/processes
Adhere to all safety policies onsite
Make recommendations for process/production and department improvements
Participate in project HAZOPS and PHA’s
Participate in continued learning initiatives
Design and installation of non-process projects as required
Special projects and assignments as needed to support administration and technical labs
Field supervision of contractors and engineering firms
Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work
Mentor department interns when needed
Maintain complete and open lines of communication with other personnel, functions, or departments to facilitate operations and interaction in the organization
Keep supervisor informed of status and progress, ensuring that regular and periodic communication takes place
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks and keeping abreast of industry trends and related compliance issues within the area of responsibilities
Maintain professional conduct, attendance, and high ethical standards in the work place, complying with Company’s policies and procedures
Fulfill mandatory training requirements applicable for department and job duties as appropriate
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by supervisor or Management