Senior Project Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Project Engineer assists with the operational and financial management of engineering, fabrication, and operations for gas turbines, gas turbine packages, and ancillary equipment. The role also supports the design, fabrication, and testing of new products, including reciprocating engine packages and battery energy storage systems. It combines technical expertise, project management, and strategic leadership to help deliver innovative products cost-effectively. The position is based at the company’s corporate office in The Woodlands, Texas, with daily in-person attendance and business travel of up to 25%. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; work hours may also include early mornings, late evenings, or weekends as business needs require. The employee primarily works indoors, often at a desk using a computer, and may need to visit facilities, jobsites, or wellsites. Wellsite work may involve hazardous materials, operating conditions, noise up to 85 dB, inclement weather, and extreme temperatures. Company-issued personal protective equipment and compliance with safety procedures are required at pad sites. The position reports to the Project Engineering Manager and has no supervisory positions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Renewable Energies, or a related field.
- At least 10 years of experience in engineering and project management of mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and be at least 18 years old.
- Must pass applicable pre-employment checks and assessments, which may include a background check, drug screening, fit tests, and aptitude or competency assessments.
- Daily, predictable in-person attendance in The Woodlands, Texas.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license; most employment is contingent on meeting company driving standards, including a three-year U.S. driving history and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
- Proficiency in spoken English.
- Ability to travel based on business needs.
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and PFDs.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to articulate ideas clearly and concisely.
- Ability to cultivate productive relationships through interpersonal understanding and collaboration.
- Strong understanding of business principles and strategies to support informed decision-making.
- Substantial experience managing operations in the relevant field and coordinating workflows effectively.
- Ability to excel in matrix and startup-oriented environments, with self-motivation and innovative thinking.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products.
- Ability to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach, and squat or kneel as required.
- Ability to access and navigate the organization’s facilities and sit for prolonged periods while working at a computer.
- Ability to independently lift 25 pounds.
- When visiting a pad site, ability to wear required PPE, including fire-retardant coveralls, safety hat, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, and impact gloves, and to follow safety policies and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Background in power generation, LNG, or oil and gas.
Responsibilities
- Project-manage engineering and manufacturing of new equipment and upgrades.
- Coordinate with internal functional groups, including Project Management, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, and Field Support, as needed.
- Maintain schedules to support on-time deliveries.
- Review new and existing designs and related equipment.
- Manage modifications and upgrades to existing equipment.
- Redline engineered drawings where applicable.
- Evaluate new products and their implementation.
- Assist Operations with installation and commissioning of newly designed gas turbine packages and other equipment.
- Serve as liaison between shop personnel and Engineering.
- Conduct work in accordance with safety rules, standard operating procedures, and workplace requirements.
- Evaluate operational readiness of newly designed gas turbine packages and related equipment.
- Perform other related duties that support successful operations and business continuity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
