Senior Project Engineer, Major Projects Group

Job Title: Sr. Project Engineer, Major Projects Group
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Alpharetta/Roswell, GA  or Denver, CO - USA
Sector: Oil & Gas / Midstream
Supervisor Title: Manager, Major Projects Group

Senior Project Engineer, Major Projects Group

The Senior Project Engineer, Major Projects Group is responsible for providing project development, project management, engineering and technical services relating primarily to expansion capital projects at terminals and pipeline facilities.

Bringing Concepts to Reality:
 

• Provides direct support to Company commercial efforts associated with growth projects and other revenue enhancement initiatives
• Provides detailed engineering and operations analysis as needed to progress project concepts
• Visits terminal and pipeline facilities to review existing conditions, solicits and incorporates input from Terminal Operations Staff
• Develops and adjusts project definition, scope, budget and schedule at appropriate intervals to support commercial and regulatory milestones
• Conducts front end engineering and design (FEED) activities for projects, collaborating with Company staff and third-party consultant and contractor vendors as appropriate
• Identifies and manages critical path schedule activities and advises on milestone funding requirements
• Prepares project cost estimates progressing from ROM, Concept, Budget and AFE accuracy levels
• Prepares vendor scope of work and contract documents, and coordinates with Purchasing Department from initial vendor invitation through selection
• Prepares and presents project definition and status to management and supports customer
• Manages, directs, coordinates, and expedites projects at Company facilities
• Where appropriate, facilitates transition of project management between FEED/development and execution phases
• Maintains timely project cost control and record keeping
• Represents client with outside entities and agencies during project execution to ensure continuity throughout the project lifecycle
• Creates project schedules, reviews production performance and adjusts as necessary to maintain commitments
• Ensures compliance with client safety standards for all project activities 
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for all project activities
• Performs other duties as required

Position Qualifications:
 

• Working knowledge of petroleum terminal facilities
• Understanding of fundamental engineering principles and applications
• High technical aptitude, passion for learning and a curiosity-driven spirit
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and/or direction
• Flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor and attitude with co-workers, customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies
• Knowledge of multi-disciplinary construction techniques and project phasing
• Working knowledge of the following engineering standards: ASME, NFPA, API, DOT-195, and SPCC
• Hydraulic network analysis skills for petroleum piping systems utilizing packaged software and manual calculations
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work under time constraints and changing priorities, and can consistently deliver on-time and on-budget projects
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, Power Point and Outlook
• AutoCAD proficiency is a plus

Specific Areas of Working Knowledge Sought:

• Above-ground storage tanks
• Pumps
• Truck, rail and marine loading and offloading systems
• Custody transfer product measurement systems
• Automation systems
• Additive systems
• Vapor control systems
• Fire protection systems
• Site drainage and containment systems

Education, Experience, Qualifications:
 

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Civil, Petroleum, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year university or college is required
• Minimum 10 years of petrochemical or heavy industrial experience is required, minimum 5 years of which is specific to the petrochemical terminaling or pipeline industry
• Experience with a range of petroleum commodities including refined liquids, LPGs, renewable or alternative fuels, asphalt and chemicals
• Project experience and field/construction experience
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is a plus, but not required
• Possess and maintain valid driver's license
• Able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential Card (TWIC) within the appropriate time frame
• Able to fly both domestically and internationally and able to obtain a valid passport

Travel:

Up to 50% travel required.  Requires the ability to travel to field locations where environments may vary significantly.

Physical Requirements: 
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

• The employee must occasionally position, transport and/or move up to 50 or more pounds.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to:
  • Stand; walk; move across large areas including uneven terrain, sometimes quickly
  • Be stationary for long periods of time
  • Work in confined or restrictive working spaces
  • Ascend stairs or ladders, work atop tanks, traverse metal walkways at heights
  • Balance with equipment and while moving large and/or heavy objects
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms above the head and to ground level
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl or otherwise reach into confined spaces
  • Push and pull material and equipment from one place to another
  • Communicate with and exchange information verbally and in writing
  • Operate a motorized vehicle during the work shift
  • Move about in an office environment
  • Work using repetitive motion

Working Environment: 
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:

• Regularly in an office environment.
• Occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places.
• Occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, hand tools and small to medium-sized power tool use.
• Occasionally exposed to non-toxic propane fumes or airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This position is required to be performed at the work site during regularly scheduled hours.

This job description is not intended to describe in detail the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to provide the incumbent with a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.  As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.

Not accepting H1-B, Visa, or other forms of sponsorship currently. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a world-leader in the Petrochemical industry. The successful applicant will receive a competitive annual compensation package, annual bonus, strong medical benefits, PTO, holidays, and more.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.