Project Engineer

H+M Industrial EPC; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hm Ec is seeking a Project Engineer in La Porte, TX to lead projects from concept through start-up within an industrial chemical plant environment. The role focuses on budgeting, scheduling, vendor coordination, and cross-disciplinary installation management.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in mechanical or chemical engineering and 8–12 years of industrial project engineering experience, with strong knowledge of ANSI/ASME standards and cost estimation.

Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical and/or chemical engineering.
• 8–12 years of industrial experience as a project engineer in a chemical plant.
• Knowledge of process and chemical industry equipment, operation, selection and installation.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering and industrial standards and codes (ANSI, ASME).
• Ability to manage installations across civil, electrical and controls disciplines with support.
• Knowledge of cost estimating principles and project economics.

Responsibilities

• Participate in annual project budget proposal process with basic engineering data, cost estimate and schedule.
• Develop project objectives, specifications, benefits analysis, budgets and feasibility to execute.
• Predict resources needed and manage resources effectively.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedule and work plan.
• Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers; assign tasks and deliverables.
• Apply industry best practices, techniques and standards throughout project execution.
• Monitor progress and adjust as needed; measure project performance for improvements.
• Execute projects from budget approval to start-up and commissioning.
• Participate in safety programs and training.

Education

BS in Mechanical and/or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Project Engineer

Department Engineering

Location La Porte TX

Work schedule Standard work schedule is Monday-Friday.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Participate in annual project budget proposal process. Submit new project ideas developed during the year for the following budget year with basic engineering data, cost estimate and potential execution schedule
• Develop project objectives, specifications, benefits analysis, budgets, and overall feasibility to execute
• Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
• Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
• Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables
• Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
• Monitor progress and adjust as needed
• Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement
• Execute projects from budget approval to start-up and commissioning
• Actively participate in safety programs and training.

Essential Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in either Mechanical and/or Chemical Engineers are preferred for this position.
• 8 -12 years of industrial experience as a project engineer in a chemical manufacturing plant.
• Knowledge of process and chemical industry equipment, operation, selection, and installation.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering and industrial standards and codes, ANSI, ASME etc.
• General knowledge of other disciplines, civil, electrical & industrial controls, and the ability to manage installations of these disciplines with support
• Knowledge of cost estimating principles and the ability to estimate project cost and economics

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds
• Sit for long periods of time
• Occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch
• Use hands and arms to reach for, grasp and manipulate objects

Environment

Working conditions encountered in this job include those found in a typical office setting as well as an indoor/outdoor manufacturing setting which includes exposure to outside weather conditions, work at elevated heights, climbing of stairs and ladders, and physical manipulation of tools and mechanical equipment. This job demands the use of typical manufacturing personal protective equipment as well as advanced protective equipment as needed.