Project Engineering Coordinator

Hargrove and Associates, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove seeks a Project Engineering Coordinator to support capital projects at the Axis site in Alabama, coordinating documentation, estimates, RFQs, procurement, and SAP reporting while ensuring safety/compliance with corporate procedures.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5+ years in chemical plants, familiarity with AutoCAD and plant estimating tools, and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 5+ years in chemical plants.
• Professional Engineering and/or PMP registration is highly preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering and project management experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical and structural design codes.
• Safety knowledge and experience in process industries.
• Proficient with design/visualization software (AutoCAD) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate capital project documentation, infrastructure, and files.
• Manage capital projects within the Axis, Alabama site per procedures.
• Negotiate with internal customers to define needs and write scope documents.
• Oversee project team activities and act as technical advisor.
• Prepare estimates and RFQs; collaborate with Procurement to bid work.
• Update SAP forecasts and produce monthly financial reports.

Skills

Project management

Engineering knowledge

AutoCAD

MS Office

OSHA regulations

Safety knowledge

Design codes

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Mechanical engineering preferred

PE license or PMP preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Ridgeline

Aspen Plant Estimator

Job description

What You'll Be Doing Job Scope

The Project Engineering Coordinator interacts with other disciplines such as safety, environmental, operations, process technicians, I&E technicians, engineers, designers, planners, coordinators, etc. to accomplish job activities. This position is accountable for meeting safety, environmental, and any other active policy/law applicable to the site as well as expectations with respect to the job dimensions. Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Coordinates capital project documentation. Infrastructure, equipment and project files. Engineering department procedures and site process safety information (P&ID’s, interlocks sheets, PFD’s, etc.). Coordinates capital Projects within the Axis, Alabama site. Insure that capital projects are developed and implemented according to established corporate procedures. Negotiate with internal customers to define their needs, and provide written scope documents as needed in support of capital project or maintenance support activities. Manage project team activities handled through in-house engineering resources. Operates as a technical advisor on the project team. Ensure accuracy of plans, quantities, and calculations. Prepare estimates to support site Capital Project team. (conceptual – definitive) Prepare Request for Quotations documents and works with site Procurement to bid capital work. Procures capital project materials and services. Assimilate bill of material for job‑specific tasks, build a request for quote (RFQ), and work with the purchasing group to obtain best and final pricing. Insures that all capital project forecasts are updated monthly in SAP, and is responsible for running monthly financial reports. Maintains close communication to the Technical & Engineering Manager on project activities; and participant with the site management team in the capital-spending budget and decision‑making process. Interfaces with Corporate Engineering on incorporating new policies and/or procedures to the site as well as Value Improvement Practices (i.e. new estimating tools, software applications, etc.) Leads capital projects following the established project development procedures and process (ASAP) as necessary. Responsible for approving contractor timesheets and works with plant accountant to re-class billed hours to correct cost center or project WBS. Comply with the HSEQ Policy. Comply with Regulations, Legal and Internal Requirements as made known by the site and by the business unit (BU). Comply with the rules of the specific location to which one is assigned as well as the rules set by the business unit (BU) and site. Follow HES and Operating Discipline procedures and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas. As required, initiates and participates in Root Cause Investigations. Understands and executes Emergency Response procedures to mitigate unplanned events in the process. Comply with all standard procedures and work instructions, aka SP, SOP, PWI, TM, to ensure productivity, quality assurance and cost effectiveness. Review their work areas for potential losses and Report hazards to the direct supervisor. Report Near Misses to the direct supervisor. Report Incidents or Accidents to the direct supervisor. Identify and communicate potential gains or possible improvements to the management system.

Ideal Background Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or any related field with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in chemical plants. Mechanical engineering degree preferred.

Certification

Professional Engineering and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) registration is highly preferred.

Experience

This position requires 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge/ experience with mechanical and structural design codes.
• Occupational and process safety knowledge.
• Proven working experience as a project engineer.
• Superb knowledge of design and visualizations software (for example, AutoCAD) Microsoft Office competence.
• Familiar with OSHA regulations for design and project execution.
• Familiar with project estimating- Ridgeline or Aspen in Plant Estimator software

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a team mentality so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work. As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hargrove is a drug‑free workplace. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others. We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a team mentality so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the Best Firms to Work For by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama. We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.

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