Project Engineer

Profile

With headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida and offices in over 35 countries, Oxbow is consistently recognized by Forbes magazine as a one of the top privately held companies in the United States. Oxbow is a global supplier of energy products that specializes in the sourcing, production, transportation & logistics of value-added industrial materials critical to a variety of manufacturing processes. Oxbow’s products are essential in the production of aluminum, steel, glass and cement and our specialty products are used in variety of innovative products including high performance plastics, solar panels, electronics and batteries.

Oxbow Calcining LLC is currently looking to hire a Project Engineer to join our team in Port Arthur, Texas. This position will be responsible to provide project engineering and technical support to Operations and Maintenance. Performs daily environmental responsibilities, as needed. Cross train and back fill the project manager position in their absence, as required.

Essential Job Duties:
Prepare and execute projects that improve safety, reliability, and operations of the Plant
Focus on projects related to design, construction, maintenance, reliability, and sustainability of the facilities
Lead and/or assist in all phases of engineering, including technical support for Production and Maintenance activities of major process and auxiliary equipment
Participate in equipment design, installation, and evaluation, as well as support ongoing routine group activities
Monitor performance and execute daily tasks to optimize the availability, efficiency and utilization of process equipment at the lowest life cycle cost
Support Capital and Expense projects using reliability and maintenance centered approaches
Resolve technical problems, initiate corrective action, develop maintenance practices, and recommend solutions to issues related to costs, benefits, and risks
Work with project engineers, crafts people, contractors, and vendors, turn around coordinators and safety and environmental personnel to solve problems, drive schedule and meet project goals
Understand the design and operation of the Plant’s equipment including Mechanical, Electrical and Control components
Emphasize communication and build trust with the other departments, both internal and external to the company to reduce misunderstandings, design revisions, omissions, and errors
Maintain continued interaction with the contractor(s) throughout an entire project, including advising of status and identifying overall effects of potential modifications keeping in mind the project’s objectives
Overseeing project safety, quality, and installation requirements while executing work in accordance with Oxbow policies and procedures
Maintain active communication interfaces with Leadership for Progress and Management of Change programs
Establishing capital estimates, cash flow forecasts, and integrated schedules
Defining engineering and project execution strategies and ensuring effective use of contractors and resources
Implementing and managing processes to control project scope, expenditures, and schedule per plan
Responsible for project construction safety, cost, and schedule performance and compliance with Oxbow standards
Ensuring that all project documentation is completed, archived, and complies with Oxbow Corporate, Plant, and records information management requirements
Integrating any required Operations and Maintenance personnel training into the overall cost and schedule
Assist in Plant’s Safety and Environmental Programs
All other duties that may be assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Communicates clearly and concisely in a variety of communication settings and styles. Effectively tailors the message to the needs of the audience.
Establishes goals and objectives which are specific, measurable, achievable, and relevant.
Lays out work in a well-planned and organized manner.
Education and Experience
A bachelor’s or advanced degree in an engineering field
A bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering is preferred.
Significant and provable engineering experience is preferred but not required.
Physical and Other Requirements:
Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs and ladders
Willingness to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances
Ability to wear personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel toed boots and hearing protection)
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills to direct team efforts for projects
Self-starter
Ability to work with minimal supervisory guidance
Willingness to obtain required training as needed
Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint including but not limited to creating charts, formatting cells/formulas, creating presentations and reports
Able to work as part of a team or independently
Should enjoy working both indoors and outdoors
Able to meet all set deadlines while ensuring that the productivity targets are met
Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written to tackle challenges in various capacities
The ability to produce accurate, high-quality work in a time-sensitive fast paced environment
The ability to organize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting and/or exceeding deadlines
The ability to motivate, influence and drive good business decisions forward while working with a diverse workforce
Partner with site leadership to establish priorities and deliver results
Must be able to travel as needed
Physical Requirements and Other Considerations
Must be able to enter and move about in confined spaces and wear personnel protective equipment
Must be able to climb stairs and ladders
Ability to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for extended periods of time
Must be willing to work periods in excess of 8 hours and seven days a week when needed
Above all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with a high level of integrity and in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with Company Policies

Oxbow Offers:
Competitive Pay
Health insurance
401k match
Paid time off
NOTE: This job description reflects the company’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Assigned tasks are subject to change at any time due to company discretion, job requirements, reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Oxbow Carbon LLC is an EOE/ADA employer
If you would like to apply for this job, submit your resume with a cover letter to: ****

Company info

Sign Up Now - ChemistryCrossing.com