Lead Capital Projects Engineer

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Personal paid time off

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors seeks a Project Engineer to coordinate engineering projects in Gonzales, LA, ensuring technical compliance, budget adherence, and on-time delivery. You will lead small capital projects (<$5MM) and supervise design, engineering, and construction resources, including field support and safety oversight.

The ideal candidate has a BS/MS in Engineering, PE or PMP preferred, and 5+ years of plant/industrial project experience with strong communication and teamwork skills. Proficiency in SAP and industry standards is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited university is required.
• Registration as Professional Engineer and/or PMP is highly preferred.
• Requires 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.
• Strong project management and technical skills.
• Experience with engineering projects in a plant or industrial environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Knowledge and application of company standards and project controls tools.
• Ability to lead a team and deliver on commitments.
• Understanding of engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans and specifications (scope, budget, and schedule).
• Coordinate project activities and resources.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers.
• Lead assigned capital projects and manage all engineering, design, and construction resources.
• Develop estimates, funding documents, schedule, and forecasts for plant projects in SAP.
• Ensure safety reviews and process safety measures are completed.
• Provide field supervision during project execution.
• Manage project safety and keep projects on budget and schedule.
• Ensure operability needs of the customer are met.
• Understand plant operating environment and quality standards.
• Conduct safety kickoff meetings and communicate safety goals to contractors.
• Complete JSA and participate in permit issuance.
• Lead daily safety meetings with crafts.
• Obtain TWIC, passport and refinery background checks.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Project management

Engineering

Communication

Teamwork

Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office

Safety oversight

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Engineering

Job description

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors seeks a Project Engineer to coordinate engineering projects in Gonzales, LA, ensuring technical compliance, budget adherence, and on-time delivery. You will lead small capital projects (<$5MM) and supervise design, engineering, and construction resources, including field support and safety oversight.

The ideal candidate has a BS/MS in Engineering, PE or PMP preferred, and 5+ years of plant/industrial project experience with strong communication and teamwork skills. Proficiency in SAP and industry standards is expected.