Project Engineer

OXEA

Bay City (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

17 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision

Health Equity Health Fund

Disability Benefits

401(k) plan with match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

OXEA Corporation is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to drive capital projects and plant modifications in a chemical manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with Plant Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Project Management teams to define scope, schedules, and execution strategies, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget compliance.

The role requires 5–6 years of project/plant engineering experience, knowledge of PSM regulations, and strong communication and problem-solving

Qualifications

5–6 years of project engineering or plant engineering experience in chemical manufacturing.
Knowledge of project management, budgeting, scheduling, and contractor management.
Familiarity with PSM, MOC, PHA, OSHA requirements, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

Define project scope, develop cost estimates, and provide detailed engineering designs for plant additions, modifications, and capital improvement projects.
Coordinate engineering, design, and drafting activities performed by internal resources, consultants, and contractors.
Manage project budgets by monitoring costs, approving expenditures, administering contracts, and evaluating and negotiating contractor and vendor proposals.
Develop and maintain project schedules by evaluating project requirements, forecasting resource needs, and coordinating project execution activities.
Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and engineering expertise to plant operations and maintenance teams.
Evaluate project feasibility, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend innovative engineering and technology solutions.
Ensure compliance with company engineering standards, industry best practices, PSM requirements, and environmental regulations.
Assist in maintaining and updating plant engineering standards and procedures and participate in company technical committees as required.
Prepare technical specifications for equipment and services, evaluate vendor bids, select equipment, and support procurement activities.
Prepare Capital Appropriation Requests and provide project cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting to management.
Monitor construction activities in the field to verify compliance with design specifications and safety requirements.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP PS Module

Microsoft Office

Job description

OXEA Corporation Company Overview | World leader in Oxo Chemicals

Oxo products are the core competency of OXEA Corporation. We are producing more than 70 oxo intermediates and oxo derivatives for customers in a wide range of industries with various end market applications. Our chemicals are important ingredients in products that are used in daily life around the world. "We" refers to more than 1,200 OXEA employees worldwide. At our plants in Germany, the USA, and China, we produce intermediates and derivatives.

Job Purpose

Provide engineering design, cost estimates, project planning, and technical specifications for capital projects, plant modifications, and facility improvements within a chemical manufacturing environment. Work closely with Plant Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Project Management teams to define project scope, priorities, schedules, and execution strategies. Lead and coordinate engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, including design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company standards.

The position will act in accordance with the Group's Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategies, as well as company policies, engineering standards, HSE requirements, and applicable industry regulations, supported by the organization's technology platforms and management systems.

Main Tasks And Responsibilities

Define project scope, develop cost estimates, and provide detailed engineering designs for plant additions, modifications, and capital improvement projects.
Coordinate engineering, design, and drafting activities performed by internal resources, consultants, and contractors.
Manage project budgets by monitoring costs, approving expenditures, administering contracts, and evaluating and negotiating contractor and vendor proposals.
Develop and maintain project schedules by evaluating project requirements, forecasting resource needs, and coordinating project execution activities.
Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and engineering expertise to plant operations and maintenance teams.
Evaluate project feasibility, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend innovative engineering and technology solutions.
Ensure compliance with company engineering standards, industry best practices, Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements, and applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Assist in maintaining and updating plant engineering standards and procedures and participate in company technical committees as required.
Prepare technical specifications for equipment and services, evaluate vendor bids, select equipment, and support procurement activities.
Prepare Capital Appropriation Requests (AR’s) and provide project cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting to management.
Monitor construction activities in the field to verify compliance with design specifications, safety requirements, and project schedules.

Notable Working Conditions

Mixture of office and chemical plant as necessary.

Education Requirements

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university or an engineering degree with applicable project engineering experience

Minimum Requirements

5-6 years of project engineering or plant engineering experience in a chemical manufacturing environment..
Knowledge of project management principles, budgeting, scheduling, and contractor management.
Familiarity with PSM, MOC, PHA, OSHA requirements, and applicable environmental regulations.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

Experience in chemical plant operations.
Proficiency in Plant Engineering and Project Management.

Competencies and Skill

Effective oral and written communications skills
Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint
SAP PS Module Experience
Understanding of industry codes and standards, including ASME, ANSI, NFPA, API, ISA, and Process Industry Practices (PIP).
Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements and implementation.

All Employees are invited to participate regardless of race, sex, age, color, national origin, marital status, religion, disability or veteran status, and any other criterion prescribed by law.

OXEA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, sex, age, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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