Project Engineer, Electrical Equipment

LSPI; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LiquidPower Specialty Products Inc. (LSPI) is seeking an Equipment Project Engineer to support the injection equipment program through design and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role provides technical input on operability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, with guidance from the Manager, Equipment Services. You will manage projects, train field teams, troubleshoot, and ensure compliance with UL, OSHA, ATEX, and CSA standards while coordinating with suppliers and fabricators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years of related work experience including PLC programming.
• Willingness to travel 5-15% for site work and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Manage injection equipment continuous improvement projects meeting ISO quality standards.
• Promote safety of manufacture and operation of injection equipment.
• Provide engineering support for injection equipment program including training Field Service Representatives.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in equipment manufacturing and field operations.
• Ensure equipment complies with UL, OSHA, ATEX and CSA standards.
• Ensure all fabricated/refurbished skids have proper certifications prior to shipment.
• Create and maintain injection equipment procedures and technical documentation.
• Assist in managing injection equipment capital spend.
• Provide injection equipment training to new hires and other LSPI staff.
• Manage equipment design control and equipment MOC processes and projects.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical design

Control systems

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Planning & organizing

Influence & networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Equipment Project Engineer, I/E role supports the injection equipment program by completing projects supporting the injection equipment design. This includes providing technical support on the design of the injection equipment to ensure operability, reliability, supply and cost effectiveness. Receives functional guidance from the Manager, Equipment Services. Role is not limited to the above listed responsibilities and may include other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned injection equipment continuous improvement projects that meet internal and external customer needs and ISO quality standards
• Promote and ensure safety of manufacture and operation of injection equipment
• Provide engineering support for injection equipment program including training and supporting the Field Service Representatives to ensure reliable injection for customers
• Troubleshoot technical issues in equipment manufacturing as well as field operation
• Ensure injection equipment comply with customer and all local and national regulatory requirements and standards including but not limited to UL, OSHA, ATEX and CSA
• Ensure all fabricated and refurbished skids are functioning properly and have proper certifications prior to shipment to customer sites
• Responsible for creating and maintaining injection equipment procedures, technical documentation, and new equipment prove-outs
• Assist in managing the injection equipment capital spend
• Provide injection equipment training to new hires, other LSPI employees, customers and others
• Manage equipment design control and equipment MOC processes and projects

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Three or more years of related work experience including PLC programming
• Willingness to travel to skid fabricators, material suppliers, other LSPI business offices and injection sites as necessary (estimated 5-15% travel)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrical and Control Systems design and troubleshooting experience
• Registered Professional Engineer or EIT Certification
• Demonstrated operational or process engineering experience
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Experience directing daily work of others
• Strong communications skills required
• Planning and organizational skills are required in order to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Problem solving; creativity to find alternate solutions to traditional approaches
• Proficient in related computer applications
• Teamwork - candidate must be a team player focused on contributing to the organization in achieving results
• Leadership - candidate must have demonstrated ability to use strong interpersonal skills and lead/guide others toward desired results.
• Ability to influence, network and deliver on

LiquidPower Specialty Products Inc. (LSPI) is the global leader in the science of drag reduction. In 2014 LSPI was acquired by Berkshire Hathaway, having previously been a wholly owned subsidiary of Phillips 66. LSPI provides flow improver solutions, delivering strategic value to its customers by maximizing the flow potential of pipelines while increasing their operational flexibility, capacity and economic performance. LSPI works with companies in more than 35 countries to solve pipeline flow needs, treating more than 12 million barrels of hydrocarbon liquids a day and providing customers with a total package solution that includes flow improver products and the right injection equipment. LSPI leading brands are LiquidPower™, ExtremePower® and RefinedPower™.

LSPI consistently recruits the best and brightest. Put your valuable skills to work and join us!

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering.

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