Project Engineer- Reciprocating Compression

Enerflex Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Generous paid time off

Employee equity plan

Fun office environment

Job summary

Enerflex Ltd. in Houston, TX seeks a Project Engineer (Gas Compression) to develop and finalize technical designs, including P&IDs, I&C diagrams, BOMs and installation literature. You will coordinate with Applications, Engineering and customers to meet specifications and project proposals.

You will lead design decisions, create data sheets, and ensure QA, scheduling, and vendor drawing progress while upholding Enerflex standards and HS&E policies. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering required.
• 4+ years experience in reciprocating compressor packaging.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead internal design activities to support the project.
• Develop the project P&IDs and requisition major equipment; coordinate deliverables.
• Interface with customers and Enerflex teams to meet technical needs.
• Ensure QA/compliance and sign off on testing and BOM accuracy.
• Manage scheduling, engineering hours, and vendor drawing progress.
• Support installation, commissioning and startup activities as needed.

Skills

English fluency

Analytical problem solving

Synthesis of complex problems

Customer-oriented

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical design knowledge

Thermodynamics

Instrumentation & controls basics

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Summary

The Project Engineer (Gas Compression) shall develop, detail and finalize the technical project design, including overseeing most project manager related activities; in accordance with the turn-in data developed by the Enerflex Applications Group and with the assistance of other Engineering Groups. This information shall be presented in the form of detailed project specific; process flow diagrams, process & instrumentation diagrams, general arrangement drawings, structural drawings, electrical drawings, data sheets, bills of materials, process & control narratives and installation, operation & maintenance reference literature. This work along with any other required data must be accomplished whilst complying with the company standards, the project proposal and the customers’ specifications or input.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

Interface with the Enerflex Applications Team, the Enerflex Engineering Team and our Customers

• Post project award, liaise with the Enerflex Applications Team to hand over all data used for estimating and understand the background and particulars associated with the project.
• Identify the customer’s requirements (technical/products problems, execution issues) and bring effective solutions.
• Clarify technical issues with the customer (technical clarification, answer technical comments, deviation requests) and achieve a resolution.
• Attend certain internal and external meetings (kick off, coordination, HAZOP etc.).

Lead internal design activities and technical decisions to support the project

• Develop the project P&ID’s and requisition all major equipment and coordinate all other deliverables.
• Participate in all aspects of design review with the project team.
• Ensure proper understanding of the Customer’s technical needs inside Enerflex.
• Generate the engineered Bill of Material for the assigned project items.

Lead the Quality Assurance program for the Enerflex designed products

• Ensure accuracy of job quality requirements.
• Perform P&ID walk down of final package to ensure compliance with design.

Own the planning of all engineering activities

• Manage and schedule drawing list submitted to the customer.
• Follow up on technical issues through shipment and commissioning as needed.
• Manage and control engineering hours allocated to the job.
• Support the correct scheduling and monitor the progress of vendor drawings.

Support and interface with other company functions

• Project Management: Report on engineering issues and progress for all assigned items.
• Design & Drafting: Coordinate and approve all design & drafting deliverables.
• Project Engineering: Technical interface with suppliers to obtain quotations for all assigned items.
• Purchasing: Technical interface with buyers to confirm BOM accuracy for all assigned items.
• Manufacturing: Technical interface with shop personnel for all assigned items.
• Quality: Identify all testing specifications and signoff on all testing activities.
• Service: Support activities for all installation, commissioning and startup needs.
• Network and develop relationships with customers to further the Enerflex brand reputation and promise.
• Model and champion Enerflex core values in ways that center team culture on these values.
• Abide by and promote the Enerflex HSE policy.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum Four (4) years of experience in reciprocating compressor packaging
• Fluency in English
• Strong and analytical problem‑solving skills
• Capability of synthesis of complex problems
• Solid customer-oriented skills (communicator, explainer)
• Basic knowledge of the fundamentals required by the equipment used in our products:
• Mechanical Design
• Thermodynamics
• Instrumentation & Controls
• Interpersonal skills
• Professional attitude
• Verbal and Written Communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Fast‑paced general office environment. Many tasks have high degrees of time sensitivity.
• Domestic and international travel is possible on occasion.
• May be exposed to confidential information.
• Occasionally required to work non‑standard hours including evenings and weekends.

What Enerflex Offers You

• Generous healthcare, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) employer matching
• Generous paid time off program
• Employee equity plan
• Fun office environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Enerflex grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities are provided in recruitment, hiring, promotions, wages, benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.