Project Engineer

CF Industries Employee Services LLC; Donaldsonville (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CF Industries is seeking an engineer to develop and manage capital projects at the Donaldsonville facility. You will scope projects, compile estimates, prepare AFEs, and oversee detailed engineering, MOC, bid packages, and vendor reviews. The role includes supervising construction activities and tracking costs and schedules.

Qualifications include a B.S. in Engineering (ABET preferred) and 1+ year in capital project development/execution within oil, gas, or chemical manufacturing.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering preferred.
• 1+ year of engineering experience in oil, gas, or chemical manufacturing preferred.
• 1+ year in capital project development and/or execution.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, develop estimates, and prepare AFEs to request capital funds.
• Budget, design, and manage installation of safe, economical modifications within schedule.
• Execute approved projects within budgets and prepare PVR/SCR for changes.
• Incorporate site EHS requirements into project scopes and improve site safety.
• Prepare bid packages, evaluate bids, and make award recommendations.
• Review construction docs for compliance, constructability and operability.
• Develop project schedules and cash flow projections; report status to management.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, safety and environmental teams.
• Strive to improve skills and add value to the company.

Skills

Project management

Engineering thinking

Cost control

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

SAP S4/HANA

Job description

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy.

Function: Engineering and Engineering Services

Job Summary

The role of this position is to develop and manage capital projects for the Donaldsonville facility. This work includes, but may not be limited to: facilitating scope development of capital projects, compiling estimates based on developed scope, preparing Authorization For Expenditures (AFEs) to request capital funds, facilitating detailed engineering, following Management of Change (MOC) protocol, preparation of request for bid packages, evaluating proposals, requisitioning materials, writing and planning work orders as necessary, supervising construction activities during project implementation, and tracking overall project costs and schedule. Informal and formal feedback on project status is to be provided to supervision as necessary.

Job Responsibilities

• 1. Define project scope, prepare accurate cost estimates and execution schedules and prepare Authorization For Expenditure (AFE) documentation which accurately conveys the project’s objectives and is well written.
• 2. Budget, design, and manage installation of economically designed, safe, and effective modifications and upgrades to the facility within the allowable schedule. The project engineer should contract outside engineering and/or construction management resources as necessary.
• 3. Execute approved projects within approved budgets. Responsible for preparation of Project Variation Requests (PVR) for budget overruns. Responsible for preparation of Scope Change Requests (SCR) should project needs deviate from the approved scope.
• 4. Incorporate the applicable requirements of the site EHS program into project design scopes and continually evaluate ways to make the site operate more safely.
• 5. Prepare bid packages for procurement of outside equipment and services, evaluate bids received, and make award recommendations.
• 6. Personally review construction documentation prepared by outside engineering firms and vendors for compliance with project specifications, constructability, and operability. Must also be able to work with and solicit comments from other groups within the organization.
• 7. Effectively develop project schedules and cash flow projections, and update as required. Communicate project status and schedule/budget trends to management personnel.
• 8. Coordinate with operations, maintenance, safety, and environmental departments to ensure the project safely meets all stakeholders’ needs and complies with CF Policies and applicable laws/regulations.
• 9. Strive to improve skills that add value to both themselves and the company.

Position Scope/ Contribution

• 1. Manage capital projects ranging from $10K to $15M.
• 2. Typical project durations range from six months to three years (depending on if plant outage required).
• 3. Project status reporting and forecast updates are expected on a monthly basis.

Position Requirements

• 1. Mechanical or Chemical Bachelor of Science in Engineering from ABET accredited university preferred, but open to Civil, Electrical or Construction Management with applicable experience.
• 2. One or more years of engineering related experience in the oil, gas, or chemical manufacturing industry preferred.
• 3. One or more years of experience with capital project development and/or execution required.
• 4. One year of in-plant experience preferred, whether permanent or periodic temporary assignment.
• 5. A high degree of personal responsibility for assigned project safety, cost, and schedule performance.
• 6. Strong communication skills (written and verbal) required. Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with personnel of all backgrounds and be able to manage changing circumstances as plant outages move.
• 7. Strong management skills required, including team leading, decision making, and prioritizing.
• 8. Proficient with Microsoft Office software. Familiarity with SAP S4/HANA preferred.
• 9. Must be able to acquire Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC).
• 10. Ability and willingness to climb stairs, ladders, and otherwise work in an outdoor chemical plant environment as needed to monitor project construction progress on a frequent basis.
• 11. The ability to prove drug and alcohol free at random or for cause.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position.

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We are a global leader in transforming natural gas into nitrogen. The chemical processes we use ensure we have the nitrogen we need to support life on earth - from fertilizer that feeds the crops that feed the world to products that remove harmful emissions from industrial activities. We are always seeking bright, ethical and resourceful professionals that have achieved a high level of success in their respective fields. Individuals who want to be a part of a strong, financially secure company; who believe in our values, are committed to what we do, and embrace our future. At CF Industries we take great pride in who we are, what we do and the talented people that work for us. Our values extend to our employment and hiring practices. We are committed to doing it right for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. We believe that We do it Right. We do it Well. We execute as a Team. We take a long term view.