Project Manager, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists

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Optimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a Project Manager to join the team. The Project Manager will lead and actively engage in every aspect of an EPC project, from its initial development phase through commissioning and turnover. The Project Manager's role will have an emphasis on conceptual design, project execution, leadership, and business development.

This role will sit in office Monday - Friday at our headquarters in Katy, TX.

This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

At OPD, we specialize in engineering and construction within the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. We offer comprehensive services that integrate construction with engineering and procurement, enhancing efficiency and minimizing interface challenges. Since 1980, our commitment to integrity and excellence has earned us a reputation as a preferred partner with our customers. OPDs industry experience, flexibility, and dedication to employee development has created a tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere that makes OPD a fulfilling place to work.

• Develop or assist with the development of conceptual designs for new projects
• Provide technical design and engineering oversight of project scope for assigned projects through project completion
• Review of process equipment, vendor selection, and subcontractor services
• Coordinate or develop design documents including piping and instrumentation diagrams, valve specifications/lists, piping definitions/specifications, and equipment specifications.
• Liaise and coordinate between engineering disciplines, field construction teams, and subcontractor personnel to ensure sound engineering design
• Leading of customer reviews
• Travel up to 20% to project sites as needed.
• Lead, coordinate, and conduct quality assurance reviews in the office and on-location.
• Drive critical decision-making to shape the outcomes of large‑scale projects

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering and/or construction discipline or equivalent experience
• Experience leading EPC, large capital, industrial, or infrastructure projects with accountability for project planning, cost estimating, scheduling, risk management, and customer engagement.
• Understanding of prime contract and subcontract language
• Experience creating and reviewing design drawings and calculations

• Experience with full‑scope project responsibilities from the FEED phase to mechanical completion
• Experience in EPC design, field engineering, or engineering experience on a plant operations or maintenance team
• Knowledge of pipe design codes such as ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, and B31.12
• Experience reviewing, selecting, purchasing, and installation of static and rotating equipment
• Working knowledge of material specifications
• Direct experience completing full‑scope engineering, procurement, and construction projects (EPC) on a lump sum, turnkey basis
• Field, job‑site, or shop construction experience

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