Project Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Demonstrable knowledge of engineering tools and methods.
• Knowledge of boiler plant work practices and experience with engineering projects.
• Knowledgeable of power plants or industrial equipment and operations.
• Knowledgeable of pumps, valves, instrumentation, electrical equipment, and controls.
• Knowledgeable of the process industry standards and safety codes (e.g., AWD D1.1, ASME B31., NFPA 85 and UBC).
• Exposure and/or demonstrated proficiency with hydraulic pipe modeling software such as AFT and/or Flow of Fluids.
• BS in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical.
• Proficient with the primary responsibilities of the position, and experience with utility boilers, industrial furnaces and related equipment is essential.
• Competent in the use of Spreadsheet, Presentation and Word Processing software.
• 3 to 5 years of project engineering experience with increasing responsibility in executing engineering projects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AFT Arrow, SNCR and SCR desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepares detailed project engineering designs for small to medium projects including development of the flow and pressure tables for the process flow diagram, pipe sizing, instrumentation selection, and pump and control valve sizing and selection. Ensures that all equipment and services meet applicable codes and standards for design, safety, and quality. Additionally, the project engineering shall ensure that all designs meet the client specifications.
• Produces (with the help of the CAD dept where necessary) and utilizes all engineering drawings and other engineering deliverables necessary to construct the project including P&ID, fabrication, BOM, O&M manual, FAT documents, and vendor drawings.
• Develops RFQ, solicits quotations from qualified vendors, evaluates quotations and reports recommendations to the assigned Project Manager or supervisor.
• Generates and processes equipment and electrical/controls (in conjunction with the Electrical, Instrument and Controls Engineer) purchase orders and follows-up on delivery of items. Coordinates orders and deliveries with mechanical, electrical, and structural fabrication vendors. Responsible for drafting CAR or NCR documents as needed for assigned projects.
• Supervises and monitors equipment fabrication including system modules, equipment enclosures, tanks, chemical process vessels, etc.; documents result of equipment inspection and testing through written reports and photos.
• Schedules equipment shipping including shipping between vendors and to customer.
• Performs field equipment startup, commissioning and prepares all logs/records/reports to document the process and results.
• Communicates project status through project reports, meeting minutes, action lists and all other required communications.
• Maintains awareness of technical developments in assigned areas. Recommends new products or improved sources for goods and services to the supervisor or Project manager.
• Adheres to Fuel Tech policies, procedures, safety plans and assigned goals.
• Performs the job in a safe and responsible manner; abides by all laws, codes, and site-specific work rules; and strives to exceed the client’s expectations.