Project Engineer

Oxea GmbH•Bay City, TX

About The Position

The Project Engineer provides engineering design, cost estimates, project planning, and technical specifications for capital projects, plant modifications, and facility improvements in a chemical manufacturing environment. The role works with Plant Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Project Management teams to define project scope, priorities, schedules, and execution strategies. It leads and coordinates engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, including design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup, with the goal of completing projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with regulations and company standards. The position operates in accordance with the Group's Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategies, company policies, engineering standards, HSE requirements, applicable industry regulations, and organizational technology platforms and management systems. Working conditions are a mixture of office and chemical plant as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university, or an engineering degree with applicable project engineering experience.
5–6 years of project engineering or plant engineering experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of project management principles, budgeting, scheduling, and contractor management.
Familiarity with PSM, MOC, PHA, OSHA requirements, and applicable environmental regulations.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
Understanding of industry codes and standards, including ASME, ANSI, NFPA, API, ISA, and Process Industry Practices (PIP).
Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements and implementation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in chemical plant operations.
Proficiency in Plant Engineering and Project Management.
SAP PS Module experience.

Responsibilities

Define project scope, develop cost estimates, and provide detailed engineering designs for plant additions, modifications, and capital improvement projects.
Coordinate engineering, design, and drafting activities performed by internal resources, consultants, and contractors.
Manage project budgets by monitoring costs, approving expenditures, administering contracts, and evaluating and negotiating contractor and vendor proposals.
Develop and maintain project schedules by evaluating project requirements, forecasting resource needs, and coordinating project execution activities.
Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and engineering expertise to plant operations and maintenance teams.
Evaluate project feasibility, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend engineering and technology solutions.
Ensure compliance with company engineering standards, industry best practices, Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements, and applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Assist in maintaining and updating plant engineering standards and procedures and participate in company technical committees as required.
Prepare technical specifications for equipment and services, evaluate vendor bids, select equipment, and support procurement activities.
Prepare Capital Appropriation Requests (AR’s) and provide project cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting to management.
Monitor construction activities in the field to verify compliance with design specifications, safety requirements, and project schedules.