Capital Projects Engineer for Safe Upgrades

CF Industries; Waggaman (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CF Industries in Waggaman, LA seeks a project engineer to develop and manage capital projects at the facility. You will facilitate scope development, prepare cost estimates, AFEs, and bid packages, and oversee detailed engineering and construction using in-house or external resources.

You will track project costs, schedules, and ensure adherence to CF policies and safety standards while coordinating with multiple departments to meet end-user needs.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Engineering required.
• 1+ years of engineering experience in the oil, gas, or chemical manufacturing industry preferred.
• 1+ years of capital project development and/or execution required.
• 1 year of in-plant experience preferred, whether permanent or temporary.
• High degree of personal responsibility for safety, cost, and schedule performance.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong management skills including team leading, decision making, and prioritizing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; familiar with Primavera, SAP S/4HANA, and/or equivalent scheduling and estimating software.
• Must be able to acquire TWIC credentials.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and work in outdoor plant environments.
• Must be drug and alcohol free.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, prepare accurate cost estimates and execution schedules and prepare AFE documentation.
• Budget, design or coordinate design, and manage installation of modifications and upgrades.
• Execute approved projects within 10% of approved budgets and prepare VAR/SCR as needed.
• Incorporate site EHS requirements into project design scopes.
• Prepare bid packages, evaluate bids and make award recommendations.
• Review construction documentation for compliance and operability with project specs.
• Develop project schedules and cash flow projections; report progress to management.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, safety and environmental departments.
• Report on construction and execution of projects.
• Pursue continual personal skill development.

Skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Project management

Cost control

Scheduling

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Primavera

SAP S/4HANA

MS Office

Job description

CF Industries in Waggaman, LA seeks a project engineer to develop and manage capital projects at the facility. You will facilitate scope development, prepare cost estimates, AFEs, and bid packages, and oversee detailed engineering and construction using in-house or external resources.

You will track project costs, schedules, and ensure adherence to CF policies and safety standards while coordinating with multiple departments to meet end-user needs.