Project Engineer

Matrix PDM Engineering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Performance or safety bonus program

Job summary

Matrix PDM Engineering is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee the overall execution of engineering for assigned projects and proposals. The role serves as the primary technical contact with the client, coordinating deliverables to satisfy the contract scope with safety as a core premise during construction, startup and operation.

Essential responsibilities include developing the Engineering Scope of Work, coordinating with Chief Engineers and discipline leads, and ensuring schedule integrity

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading multiple disciplinary projects (mechanical, structural, electrical and control systems) in EPC environments.
• Ability to understand client specifications, procurement, commissioning and start-up standards and vendor data approvals.
• Proven quality assurance/quality control experience and ability to identify budget deviations.

Responsibilities

• Develops and communicates the Engineering Scope of Work and Project Engineering Plan.
• Coordinates engineering input to support schedule development and alignment with stakeholders.
• Monitors discipline schedules, submittals and cost/schedule impacts.
• Ensures all work complies with approved manuals and procedures and stays within scope.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary coordination meetings and maintains effective communication with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Strong communication

Education

ABET-accredited BS in engineering

Tools

RFI system

Job description

The Project Engineer is responsible for the overall execution of the engineering for assigned projects or proposals. The Project Engineer is the primary technical contact with the client monitoring and coordinating the technical deliverables to ensure the satisfaction of the contract scope and deliver a project which considers safety as a key premise during facility construction and subsequent start-up and operation.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Develops and communicates to the disciplines the Engineering Scope of Work and Project Engineering Plan.
• Coordinates Engineering input to support schedule development for individual and subsequent interdisciplinary planning. Works with Chief Engineers or other stake holders as needed for alignment, effective planning, and execution.
• Works with the discipline and project leads as needed to ensure they understand and adhere to the schedule including those activities required of Engineering to support procurement.
• Coordinates and monitors schedule updates and submittals.
• Coordinates with clients, internal and external, and discipline leads to determine design codes and establish overall design criteria for the project. Oversees that all work is performed in accordance with approved manuals and procedures.
• Ensures the disciplines stay within scope and as-sold intent of the project, which includes items such as interpretation of scope, assisting in identifying budget deviations, determining potential for change orders, and coordinating the cost estimate / schedule impact with discipline leads.
• Implements approved project changes and associated schedule impact for the project and communication of changes to the Discipline Leads.
• Verifies project quality processes are being followed.
• Holds reoccurring design coordination meetings as needed with Discipline Leads to ensure inter-discipline coordination and that all Discipline Leads work in conjunction with one another.
• Coordinates with Project Management, Procurement, and Document Control to establish proper document distribution to internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinates discipline field support, field communication, through the utilization of the RFI system.
• Reviews and provides engineering input in support for the weekly and monthly reports on the status and progress of the contracts, including project costs and potential changes.
• Participates in project review meetings.
• Performs other responsibilities as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in any engineering discipline from ABET accredited university required.
• 5+ years of experience leading multiple disciplinary projects including mechanical, structural, electrical and control systems in the execution of EPC projects and proposals. Strong preference for heavy industrial experience supporting construction teams for Balance of Plant scopes.
• Desired experience with engineered fixed equipment which includes above ground storage tanks, and low temperature (LNG, ammonia, etc.), bulk storage systems consisting of foundations, structural steel, and vessels. Experience in chemical plants or liquid terminals preferred.
• Ability to understand client specifications, procurement, commissioning and start-up standards, documentation, practices, vendor data approvals, etc.
• Demonstrated experience following quality assurance and control procedures.
• Ability to analyze problems, make technical decisions, and implement adequate solutions.
• Demonstratives a proactive approach and consistently positive demeanor.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously under time sensitive deadlines.
• Exhibits effective oral, listening and written communication skills.
• Overtime and travel will be required. Travel requirements can consist of job site walks, in-week, multi-week and longer duration as the project requires.

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.