Contract Project Engineer

Position Title: Project Engineer II

Reports to: Project Engineering Manager

Position Classification: Client Contractor

Assignment Duration: 1-year (with potential to renew yearly)

Location: La Porte, TX

Work Schedule: Standard work schedule is Monday-Friday. Client operates on a 9/80 schedule.

Position Summary: Complete engineering projects by organizing and controlling project elements. Develop project scopes, cost estimates, equipment specifications & system designs. Provide implementation through contractor selection and procurement assistant. Improve manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods and planning future improvement projects.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Participate in annual project budget proposal process. Submit new project ideas developed during the year for the following budget year with basic engineering data, cost estimate and potential execution schedule
• Develop project objectives, specifications, benefits analysis, budgets, and overall feasibility to execute
• Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
• Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
• Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables
• Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
• Monitor progress and adjust as needed
• Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement
• Execute projects from budget approval to start-up and commissioning
• Actively participate in safety programs and training.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in either Mechanical and/or Chemical Engineers are preferred for this position.
• 8 -12 years of industrial experience as a project engineer in a chemical manufacturing plant.
• Knowledge of process and chemical industry equipment, operation, selection, and installation.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering and industrial standards and codes, ANSI, ASME etc.
• General knowledge of other disciplines, civil, electrical & industrial controls, and the ability to manage installations of these disciplines with support
• Knowledge of cost estimating principles and the ability to estimate project cost and economics

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds
• Sit for long periods of time
• Occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch
• Use hands and arms to reach for, grasp and manipulate objects

Environment: Working conditions encountered in this job include those found in a typical office setting as well as an indoor/outdoor manufacturing setting which includes exposure to outside weather conditions, work at elevated heights, climbing of stairs and ladders, and physical manipulation of tools and mechanical equipment. This job demands the use of typical manufacturing personal protective equipment as well as advanced protective equipment as needed.