Project Engineer, Operations Management

Start Date: Immediate

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Additional

Hours:

Occasional evenings and weekends as needed

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support and execute a high-volume capital project portfolio within a chemical/process manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery from concept through startup.

You will play a key role in a fast-paced capital program, working closely with plant leadership, corporate teams, and external contractors to drive successful project outcomes.

• Manage full lifecycle capital projects from conceptual engineering through commissioning and startup
• Lead engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) activities for assigned projects
• Develop and maintain project scopes, schedules, budgets, and cost estimates
• Monitor and control project execution, proactively addressing risks, changes, and resource constraints
• Coordinate with plant operations, corporate stakeholders, and third-party contractors to ensure alignment and execution
• Ensure all projects meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Support construction management activities including contractor oversight and field execution
• Provide regular project updates and reporting to leadership
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project execution processes and capital efficiency
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical preferred)
• Minimum 5+ years of experience managing capital projects in chemical, petrochemical, or refining environments
• Proven experience executing projects from concept through startup
• Strong understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction processes
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

• Approximately 40 active projects at any given time
• Roughly 60 projects executed annually
• Typical project values ranging from $100K to $2MM
• Onsite team includes 4 Project Engineers and 1 Engineering Manager
• Additional support from corporate project management and external EPC resources as needed