Project Engineer, Environmental Engineer

Job Scope: The Project Engineer coordinates engineering projects, ensuring they meet technical requirements and are completed on time and within budget. In this role, you will lead small capital projects (less than $5MM). Duties will be performed under general supervision in Gonzales, LA.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Develop project plans and specifications (scope, budget, and schedule).
• Coordinate project activities and resources.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers.
• Lead assigned capital projects (standalone projects and projects within plant outages) and manage all engineering, design, and construction resources
• Develop estimates, funding documents, schedule, and ongoing forecasts for plant executed projects within SAP
• Ensure all projects receive adequate process hazard reviews and ORI’s and that all recommendations are completed in a timely manner
• Ensure inherent process safety is adhered to on all project designs
• Provide field supervision / support during projects execution
• Manage Project Safety Maintain projects on budget and schedule
• Ensure all projects meet the operability needs of the customer
• Basic understanding of operating plant environment
• Understands quality standards as outlined by site
• Conduct Safety Kickoff Meeting with contractors and operations team prior to start of project execution
• Clearly communicate safety goals and standards to contractors.
• Complete JSA and participate in the Safe Work Permit issuance process.
• Lead daily morning safety / toolbox meetings with all crafts.
• 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.
• Obtain TWIC, passport and complete refinery background checks

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited university is required.

Registration: Professional Engineering and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) registration is highly preferred.

Experience: Requires 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.

• Strong project management and technical skills.
• Experience with engineering projects in a plant or industrial environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations
• Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering standards and project controls tools.
• Ability to lead a team to deliver on commitments.
• A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.
• Demonstrated proficiency in complex technical issues coordination and resolution.
• Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations.
• Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
• Ability to handle stress with poise.
• Ability to delegate authority appropriately.
• Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
• Organizational skills, ability to set priorities.
• Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
• Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time

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