Engineering Specialist​/Project Engineer

• Job Title :
  Engineering Specialist / Project Engineer
• Duration: 2 year contract
• Location: 420 Dowdy Dr Gonzales Louisiana 70737- on-site 5 days per week, some travel may be required
• Capital Project exp required
• TWIC card required

We are looking for a Project Engineer to lead assigned capital projects and manage engineering, design, and construction resources within a manufacturing plant environment.

• Lead assigned capital projects (standalone projects and projects within plant outages) and manage all engineering, design, and construction resources
• Develop estimates, funding documents, schedules, and ongoing forecasts for plant-executed projects within SAP
• Ensure all projects receive adequate process hazard reviews and ORIs, and ensure timely completion of recommendations
• Ensure inherent process safety is adhered to on all project designs
• Provide field supervision and support during project execution
• Manage project safety, ensuring compliance with all safety standards and goals
• Maintain projects within budget and schedule constraints
• Ensure all projects meet the operability needs of the customer
• Conduct Safety Kickoff Meetings with contractors and operations teams before project execution
• Confirm contractors are aware of and follow all client Safety Standards
• Clearly communicate safety goals: 0 Recordables, 0 First Aids
• Complete short-term contractor BSP forms daily during project execution
• Complete JSA reviews and fill out JSA Review forms daily during project execution
• Participate in the Safe Work Permit issuance process with the operations team
• Lead daily morning safety/toolbox meetings with all crafts
• Report all incidents immediately
• Ensure all contractors on-site for project execution have submitted an Emergency Action Plan prior to mobilization
• Participate in Safety Sampling and Critical Safety Audits during outages
• Attend and contribute to monthly Safety Meetings

• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Strong leadership abilities
• Experience in manufacturing plant operations, maintenance, and capital projects
• Technical degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card, Security Passport, and pass refinery background checks (TWIC card must be current and valid for project completion)

• Familiarity with quality standards as outlined by client

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
• Must be able to communicate with customers and team members over the phone and in person
• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the site to attend meetings or oversee projects
• Willingness to work a wide variety of scheduled days and hours, following strict fatigue management guidelines
• Travel required as much as 15-25% depending on the project