Project Engineer: Capital Projects & Plant Efficiency

Westlake Management Services; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Management Services is seeking a seasoned engineer to lead design, budgeting, and procurement for refinery projects. You will develop plans, coordinate with vendors, and supervise technical teams to ensure safety, compliance, and timely execution.

The role requires 5 years in refinery/chemical plant design, a BS in Engineering, and TWIC credentials. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in a refinery, chemical or petrochemical plant performing Engineering design responsibilities.
• B.S. Degree in Engineering or related discipline or equivalent progressive Engineering experience.
• A current, valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card is required.
• Background screening including motor vehicle record screening, drug testing & pre-employment physical requirements before starting work.

Responsibilities

• Develops the general plan for a project, prepares a budget estimate, and obtains approval for the plan. Prepares AFE for capital projects. Assists to prepare Capex budget and five-year plan.
• Provides a detailed mechanical design in accordance with good Engineering and safety practices, governmental regulations, plant specifications, applicable codes and underwriter requirements. Designs instrumentation systems and associated equipment, makes inquiries on and selects equipment. Coordinates the activities of consulting firms when necessary.
• Initiates procurement of materials and communicates with Purchasing, vendors and stores to control expediting and receiving of material.
• Directs designers, checks drawings and submits for approval.
• Prepares work descriptions and specifications; issues Request For Proposal (RFP) to purchasing for bids. Reviews and gives comments on Engineering Bid Comparisons and submits for approval.
• Works with coordinators on field installation, inspects and accepts work. Checks contractors' construction packages and reviews each job to check the performance of each contractor.
• Prepares project status and assists in construction progress and cost reports on a weekly, monthly and annual basis.
• Collects and distributes Engineering data and instructions for each specific project, communicates with Maintenance and Production to acquire design feedback from experience on previously installed equipment and material.
• Assists in the development of Engineering personnel, recommends seminars and other technical training programs that might aid in the development of Engineers, consults with and provides guidance for beginning Engineers.
• Consults with other Engineering personnel and vendors and reviews trade journals and other professional publications in order to stay informed on materials, equipment and design methods.

Skills

Engineering design

Project coordination

Procurement coordination

Safety compliance

Technical communication

Education

B.S. Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Westlake Management Services is seeking a seasoned engineer to lead design, budgeting, and procurement for refinery projects. You will develop plans, coordinate with vendors, and supervise technical teams to ensure safety, compliance, and timely execution.

The role requires 5 years in refinery/chemical plant design, a BS in Engineering, and TWIC credentials. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success in this position.