Project Engineer – Chemical

Project Engineer - Chemical


Job ID: 9586688

Norco, LA, US

Engineering

Bachelors Degree

Full Time, Temporary

Experienced (Non-Manager)

On-site

Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals

First Shift (Day)

Norco, LA, US

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Full Time, Temporary

Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals

On-site

Engineering

Bachelors Degree

First Shift (Day)

Job details

Job Opportunity: Project Engineer for Small Capital Projects

Location: Norco, LA
Duration: 2-5 years
Benefits: Excellent benefits, competitive hourly rate, OT pay, and 9-80 schedule with every other Friday working from home.

Job Description:

Join a dynamic team in the Technology Department supporting the development and execution of small capital projects ranging from $0.2 to $25 million. This role involves managing 8 to 15 projects of varying size and complexity, focusing on both chemical and energy (refining) assets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process Design Development: Lead the creation of process design documents, including project premise and basis of design, and validate business cases for complex projects.

  • Project Management: Develop front-end deliverables, such as flow rates, compositions, product specifications, and ensure projects progress through various stage gates.

  • Technical Leadership: Manage an integrated technical team to deliver final process designs, including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment data sheets, and safeguarding studies.

  • Stakeholder Alignment: Support the Project Manager in aligning key stakeholders and lead resolution of key process design investigations.

  • Commissioning Support: Follow projects through to commissioning and start-up, providing ongoing technical support and participating in reviews, MOCs, and HAZOPs.

Specific Duties:

  • Prepare mark ups of PFDs and P&IDs.

  • Develop scopes of work for engineering firms.

  • Ensure accurate documentation for safe equipment operation.

  • Lead and facilitate design-related investigations.

  • Provide process/technical support throughout the project lifecycle.

Dimensions:

  • Lead project teams through front-end development.

  • Develop project scopes of work, basis of design, and secure funding.

  • Enhance leadership skills by directing process engineering teams and mentoring others.

  • Interface with multiple stakeholders to manage varying needs and priorities.

Position Requirements:

  • Education: BS in Chemical Engineering. Other disciplines considered with appropriate experience.

  • Experience: Preferred 5+ years supporting chemical or refining manufacturing sites, with project work process familiarity.

  • Skills: Strong curiosity, adept at asking probing questions to develop project scope, excellent communication, interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills.

Why Join?

  • Career Growth: Leadership and technical assurance on high-impact projects.

  • Work-Life Balance: 9-80 schedule with every other Friday at home.

  • Competitive Compensation: Excellent benefits, hourly rate, and OT pay.

If you are an engineer looking to make a significant impact in the petroleum industry, this is an outstanding opportunity to leverage your skills and grow your career. Apply today to join our team and contribute to cutting-edge projects in Norco, LA.

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