Chief Project Engineer

System One; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is seeking a Chief Project Engineer in Claremore, Oklahoma. The role involves leading project engineering activities, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance and safety in project execution. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of engineering experience, with a preference for experience in nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing.

Eligible employees will receive comprehensive health coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Join a dynamic team that promotes equal opportunity and diversity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project execution in a nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of experience in an engineering role.
• Experience supervising a team of engineers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project engineering activities enhance safety and compliance.
• Supervise the Project Engineering group.
• Manage annual capital spending forecast and five-year capital plan.

Skills

Project management

Team supervision

Technical evaluation

Capital project execution

Education

Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

Project Management Professional (PMP) designation

Job description

System One is working with a local client needing a Chief Project Engineer.

Must be legally able to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project engineering activities are performed to enhance safety, equipment reliability, energy efficiency, production and compliance with regulatory statutes.
• Supervise the Project Engineering group.
• Supervise Engineering and Construction contractors to ensure that all plant replacements, modifications, and additions are performed in strict conformity with design specifications and applicable code requirements.
• Develop engineers’ technical abilities by focusing on individual development plans and coordinating those with the needs of the organization.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams to design, organize, schedule, and implement project plans.
• Develop project schedules and effectively manage resources to ensure successful completion of project goals.
• Define project scopes and justification documentation in collaboration with management and other departments.
• Manage the annual capital spending forecast and five-year capital plan for the site.
• Forecast monthly project cash flows.
• Lead the Management of Change (MOC) process for major projects.
• Provide technical evaluation of projects related to nitrogen manufacturing for the company.
• Facilitate the Engineering work request process, support turnaround planning and work on special projects as required.

Requirements

• Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in project execution in a nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing plant, chemical manufacturing facility or refinery (preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in an engineering role.
• Previous experience supervising a team of engineers or a strong technical background in the fertilizer manufacturing industry.
• Experience in project management and implementation.
• Significant experience with capital project (>$5M) scope development, estimating, and execution.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is an asset.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams or contractors (consultants, I&E, welding, fitting, crane, pipefitting, etc.).

Eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.