Senior Mechanical & process Project Engineer

Our client is a pioneering & front runner of modern chemistry, they are a global company with state-of-the-art specialty chemical products, including hyper pure polysilicon and silicones.They are seeking an experienced mechanical & process project engineer, who has a strong background in the Chemical, petrochemical or oil & gas industries to join them.What you will do:The Senior Project Engineer provides project engineering and project management services in the field in chemical, process, and mechanical engineering related to capital investment projects at all sites in the region.Target and prioritize tasks in project executionCoordination of work processes, interface with other departments, external contractors, and resources such as project team membersEstimate, review, and edit the effects of future projects in terms of business objectivesConduct assessments of technical results and compliance with legal, internal guidelines, and regulationsProcessing and implementing all legal, economic, safety, and environmental regulations, standards, and codesExecution of pre-engineering concepts, studies, alternatives, and strategiesEvaluate process optimization, simulations, and risk assessmentsConduct overall engineering and project management tasks such as process and system planning; designs; specifications; calculation of cost estimates; expenditure planning; project appropriation requests; scheduling, permit or regulatory planning; safety, quality, and regulatory reviews; and subcontractor and construction managementWhat we need from you:Bachelor's degree in engineering is required; chemical or mechanical engineering is preferredMinimum of 10 years' experience in the field of project management, project engineering, plant/production engineering & maintenance2+ years of relevant engineering experience mentoring junior engineersChemical industry / Oil & Gas experience in operations and/or maintenance environment a plusThorough understanding of engineering principles, relevant codes, and construction practices to effectively manage projects and to apply efficient and innovative solutions to technical and organizational challengesThorough understanding of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) of highly hazardous chemicals; especially regarding process hazard analysis (PHA), management of change (MOC), process safety information (PSI), recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices (RAGAGEP), and pre-startup safety review (PSSR) processesAbility to develop and maintain process flow diagrams (PFD), process and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), energy and mass balances of chemical plantsAbility to create equipment datasheets and specifications for tanks, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, reactors, filters, etc. according to applicable ASME and API codes / standardsAbility to design piping systems according to ASME 31.3 including stress analysis, hydraulic calculations, use of 3D model, and creation of piping isometricsKnowledge of pressure relief device design according to API 520 and API 521Ability to create a scopes of work (SOW) package for engineering and construction services to be provided by an external vendorAbility to develope a cost estimate for a project including a detailed breakdown by each discipline for engineering design and construction services; Understanding different techniques used based on level of accuracy neededAbility to build and oversee a schedule for each project stage gate (FEL 1-3 and Execution) with a critical pathStrong project engineering skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAble to perform and succeed in an environment of schedule and cost pressureAbility to work in interdisciplinary and intercultural teamsStrong multitasking capabilityLeadership skills combined with team player attitudeObjective judgement and fact-based decision-making approachCapable of professionally dealing with changing priorities and scope requirementsRegistration as a Professional Engineer in the state of Tennessee is desired, but not required

Created: 2025-02-05