Site Project Engineer

Albemarle Corporation; Pasadena (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth resources

Job summary

Albemarle Corporation in Pasadena, Texas is hiring a Site Project Engineer. You will lead capital projects from concept through commissioning, defining scope with site leadership and developing plans with cost, schedule, and risk considerations.

You will coordinate engineering, operations and external EPC teams to ensure safe, on-time, within-budget delivery. You will bring a strong background in process safety, project controls, and regulatory compliance, enabling continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Lead capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria with engineering, operations, and site leadership.
• Develop and execute project plans, including cost estimates, schedules, risk mitigation, and resource planning.
• Manage project performance to meet safety, cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and drive alignment across engineering, operations, and leadership.
• Oversee engineering design, contractor performance, and EPC activities for high-quality execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements and internal project controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept to commissioning.
• Define scope, objectives and criteria with site leadership.
• Create and execute plans with cost/schedule/risk planning.
• Monitor performance to meet safety and quality goals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Oversee EPC contractors and design for quality delivery.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across all phases.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Cost forecasting

Scheduling

Risk management

PSM/MOC familiarity

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP Project Systems (PS)

Job description

Be an essential element to a brighter future. We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.

Albemarle is hiring for a Site Project Engineer in Pasadena, Texas. This position will be on-site.

What you will do

• Lead capital projects from concept development through commissioning, serving as the single point of accountability for project delivery
• Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in collaboration with engineering, operations, and site leadership
• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, including cost estimates, schedules, risk mitigation strategies, and resource planning
• Manage project performance to meet or exceed safety, cost, schedule, and quality objectives
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams, influencing stakeholders and driving alignment across engineering, operations, and leadership
• Oversee engineering design, contractor performance, and EPC activities to ensure high-quality execution
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal project controls while promoting continuous improvement and constructability best practices

What you bring

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience leading capital projects in manufacturing, industrial, or plant environments
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence diverse stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of project controls, including cost forecasting, scheduling, and risk management
• Working knowledge of process safety management (PSM), management of change (MOC), and relevant regulatory requirements

It'd be great if you also have

• Experience in chemical, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments
• Background in front-end loading (FEL) and stage-gate project development processes
• Experience managing engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractors
• Familiarity with SAP Project Systems (PS) or similar project management tools
• Ability to develop, evaluate, and communicate project business cases
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in complex project environments
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence

Benefits of joining Albemarle

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive package, and resources that foster your well‑being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.