Utilities Engineer

System One; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is seeking a Utilities Engineer in Houston, TX to monitor and optimize Gulf Coast plant utility systems, guiding investments and improving efficiency across sites. The role requires a chemical engineering background and experience with process-simulation tools to support water treatment, boilers, and wastewater management.

You will review contractor work, estimate project costs, and contribute to long-term utility contracts and expansion plans with the leadership team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience (10+ years preferred).
• Strong knowledge of utility design, construction, and contract administration procedures.
• Proficiency with process-simulation software (Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, Pro/II, or ChemCAD).
• Knowledge of process-control and safety instrumented system (SIS) design, industrial flow- and level-measurement technologies, and applicable standards and codes (API, ASME, NFPA, OSHA).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Visio, Bluebeam, SharePoint, Power BI, and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor utility-system conditions, ensure optimal and efficient performance, and guide investment priorities for plant utilities across Gulf Coast sites.
• Identify and correct utility inefficiencies, develop and maintain utility balances, support capital projects, and provide troubleshooting guidance.
• Evaluate water-treatment processes, steam boilers, condensate systems, and wastewater management to support operations and growth.
• Review work of contracted engineering personnel involved in utility and infrastructure design, prepare project cost estimates, and participate in long-term utility contract reviews.
• Participate on the organizational leadership team; research, recommend, and prepare policies, plans, and future-expansion proposals.

Skills

Utility design

Contract administration

Process control

SIS design

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Bluebeam

SharePoint

Visio

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

Aspen HYSYS

Pro/II

ChemCAD

API standards

ASME codes

NFPA

OSHA standards

Job description

Job Title: Utilities Engineer
Location: Houston, TX
Type: Direct Hire
Work Model: Onsite – onsite

Responsibilities

• Monitor utility-system conditions, ensure optimal and efficient performance, and guide investment priorities for plant utilities across company's Gulf Coast sites.
• Identify and correct utility inefficiencies, develop and maintain utility balances, support capital projects, and provide troubleshooting guidance.
• Evaluate water-treatment processes, steam boilers, condensate systems, and wastewater management to support plant operations and future growth.
• Review work of contracted engineering personnel involved in utility and infrastructure design, prepare project cost estimates, and participate in long-term utility contract reviews.
• Participate on the organizational leadership team; research, recommend, and prepare policies, plans, and future-expansion proposals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience (10+ years preferred).
• Strong knowledge of utility design, construction, and contract administration procedures.
• Proficiency with process-simulation software such as Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, Pro/II, or ChemCAD.
• Knowledge of process-control and safety instrumented system (SIS) design, industrial flow- and level-measurement technologies, and applicable standards and codes (API, ASME, NFPA, OSHA).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Visio, Bluebeam, SharePoint, Power BI, and collaboration tools.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.