Project Engineer II

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases in Irvine, CA, is seeking an experienced project engineer to schedule, plan, forecast, and manage technical activities from conception to completion.

You will work with the Project Manager to develop objectives, estimate costs, and ensure schedules are kept on track while maintaining quality and safety on a large manufacturing site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years in rotating equipment industry.
• Experience with large manufacturing sites or construction facilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and controls project elements to complete engineering projects.
• Develops project objectives with the Project Manager.
• Assigns personnel to phases and reports schedule performance.
• Determines project specifications by studying design, customer requirements, and performance standards.
• Completes technical studies and prepares cost estimates as needed.
• Tests product performance and assists in design and expediting of the project.
• Maintains project schedule and coordinates activities to resolve problems.
• Maintains project data in Excel/Access and ensures data backup.

Skills

MS Office

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Excel

MS Access

Job description

Company Overview Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases

is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Job Overview

We are currently looking for an experienced project engineer. The project engineer will schedule, plan, forecast, resource and manage all the technical activities aiming at assuring project accuracy and quality from conception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Completes engineering projects by organizing and controlling project elements.
• Develops project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans and consulting with Project Manager.
• Determines project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements, assigning personnel to phases and elements, and reporting schedule performance for project tasks.
• Determines project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards.
• Completes technical studies and prepares cost estimates as needed.
• Confirms product performance by designing and conducting tests, assists in design and expediting of project.
• Determines project schedule by studying project plan and specifications, calculating time requirements, and sequencing project elements.
• Maintains project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems.
• Controls project plan by reviewing design, specifications, and plan, scheduling changes, and recommending actions.
• Controls project costs by reviewing cost implications with Project Manager.
• Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, recommending actions.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintains project data base by writing computer programs; entering and backing up data. Excel & Access expertise a plus.
• Maintains product and company reputation by compiling with federal and state regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Good communication skills, proven discipline to carry out assigned tasks with little supervision and proven "Team Player".

Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Skilled in time management, prioritizing and managing changing priorities
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Experience And Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in rotating equipment industry is required.
• Exposure to marine industry & class societies is highly desired.
• Advance skills in MS Office and Project suites are required.
• Experience with large manufacturing sites or construction facilities is preferred.
• Time management and organization skills.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $100,000, plus annual bonus.

EEOC Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases Group companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.