HargroveEPC

Project Engineer IV

Houston, TX Full time

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope:

As Project Engineer, you'll lead the technical performance of all engineering phases on a variety of tactical integrity maintenance projects such ILI maintenance digs, cathodic protection system remediation, and asset integrity maintenance remediation. Maintaining focus on continuous improvement and implementing and applying engineering management techniques within our project life cycle process will improve performance, quality and cost control and safety. The ability to collaborate and coordinate with others to provide technical mentorship, identify and resolve sophisticated problems and develop innovative approaches to address issues that have significant cost and schedule impact are keys to success!

Responsible for a diverse range of complex assignments requiring the use of experience, innovation and judgment and may direct work of other engineers and/or support staff. Plans and conducts own work, exercising substantial latitude for unreviewed decisions. Demonstrates technical expertise in specialty, geographic area, or operational function. Applies specialized knowledge in the effective completion of projects. Prepares and delivers presentations and is able to lead meetings and discussions. Anticipates internal/external customer needs; assesses requirements and identifies solutions. Maintains a strong understanding of industry and operational requirements. Works on a combination of engineering specialties covering more than one discipline. Interprets internal/external business challenges and improves products, processes, or services. Collaborates with teams to ensure compliance, build improvement plans and meet training needs. Champions best practice safety standards. Monitors and controls costs and resources associated with projects.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Be a quick learner regarding company projects processes and execute all efforts while following company policies and procedures as well as various laws and codes required for each project
  • Develops engineering execution strategies to meet overall project objectives; works with internal partners on management of quality control and project timeline
  • Coordinates with project team and communicates project drivers; develops approaches to accommodate concerns
  • Partners with contractors and project teams to ensure that technical aspects of the project meet expectations, quality standards, and execution strategy; identifies and implements technical improvements
  • Addresses the technical content of purchase orders to ensure they contain accurate technical and commercial terms
  • Coordinates internal resources to ensure Requests For Information are promptly resolved
  • Develops commissioning plans, closes projects and ensures accurate documentation of files, records, databases, and drawings to meet regulatory requirements
  • Provides technical expertise and recommendations during project standards reviews
  • Accountable for small projects or programs with minimal risks and resource requirements. Interface with consultant engineering firms and internal stakeholders
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering

Registration: Professional Engineering and/or Asset integrity program management certification is highly preferred.

Experience: Minimum five (5) years of progressive engineering experience in the natural gas or petrochemical industry including two (2) years in a similar project engineering role (in asset integrity, cathodic protection or corrosion mitigation).

 

Required Knowledge Skills, and Abilities:

  • Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills
  • Advanced knowledge of the engineering workflow and Project Life Cycle processes
  • Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to an engineering field
  • Intermediate knowledge of other engineering subject areas design guides and standards
  • Demonstrated ability in interpreting engineering deliverable content as assigned
  • Proficiency with construction & constructability practices relevant to integrity maintenance remediation
  • Strong understanding of processes and procedures for project controls and estimating
  • Strong understanding of industry accepted repairs for integrity maintenance projects
  • Strong understanding of PHMSA regulations code 192 and 195 with relation to integrity maintenance program management
  • Familiar with NDT technologies
  • Proficiency of procurement & contract administration, business & financial insight, management techniques & administrative practices

Physical Requirements:

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

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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.