Project Engineer

Position Title: Project EngineerReports to: Project Engineering ManagerLocation: La Porte, TXWork Schedule: Standard work schedule is Monday-Friday.Position Summary: Complete engineering projects by organizing and controlling project elements. Develop project scopes, cost estimates, equipment specifications & system designs. Provide implementation through contractor selection and procurement assistant. Improve manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods and planning future improvement projects.Core Job ResponsibilitiesParticipate in annual project budget proposal process. Submit new project ideas developed during the year for the following budget year with basic engineering data, cost estimate and potential execution scheduleDevelop project objectives, specifications, benefits analysis, budgets, and overall feasibility to executePredict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient mannerDevelop and manage a detailed project schedule and work planManage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverablesUtilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project executionMonitor progress and adjust as neededMeasure project performance to identify areas for improvementExecute projects from budget approval to start-up and commissioningActively participate in safety programs and training.Essential Skills & QualificationsB.S. Degree in either Mechanical and/or Chemical Engineers are preferred for this position.8 -12 years of industrial experience as a project engineer in a chemical manufacturing plant.Knowledge of process and chemical industry equipment, operation, selection, and installation.Knowledge of mechanical engineering and industrial standards and codes, ANSI, ASME etc.General knowledge of other disciplines, civil, electrical & industrial controls, and the ability to manage installations of these disciplines with supportKnowledge of cost estimating principles and the ability to estimate project cost and economicsPhysical RequirementsOccasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 poundsSit for long periods of timeOccasionally stoop, kneel or crouchUse hands and arms to reach for, grasp and manipulate objectsEnvironment: Working conditions encountered in this job include those found in a typical office setting as well as an indoor/outdoor manufacturing setting which includes exposure to outside weather conditions, work at elevated heights, climbing of stairs and ladders, and physical manipulation of tools and mechanical equipment. This job demands the use of typical manufacturing personal protective equipment as well as advanced protective equipment as needed.