Capital Projects Engineer – Process Safety & Performance

SoTalent; Woodward (OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SoTalent is seeking a Project Engineer for a leading clean energy and industrial manufacturing organization in Woodward, OK. You will lead capital engineering projects from planning through execution, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance while collaborating with operations, maintenance, and contractors.

The role combines project management with technical engineering, requiring strong communication, stakeholder management, and a drive for continuous improvement in a fast-paced industrial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing capital projects or project engineering initiatives.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, PSM, and MOC regulatory requirements.
• PMP certification or training is advantageous.
• Strong collaboration with operations, maintenance, contractors, suppliers, and engineering teams.
• Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven problem-solving ability with a focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium to large capital engineering projects from concept through completion.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, budgeting, execution, and performance tracking.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Champion environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance across project phases.
• Ensure compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM), MOC, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) and other process safety initiatives.
• Provide technical support for new equipment installation, fabrication, inspections, and refurbishment.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor risks, timelines, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Communicate project status and risks to stakeholders and leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement through project management best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Presentation

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

SoTalent is seeking a Project Engineer for a leading clean energy and industrial manufacturing organization in Woodward, OK. You will lead capital engineering projects from planning through execution, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance while collaborating with operations, maintenance, and contractors.

The role combines project management with technical engineering, requiring strong communication, stakeholder management, and a drive for continuous improvement in a fast-paced industrial