Sr. I&E Project Engineer

at  Kirby Roberts Co

The Sr. I&E Project Engineer is responsible for working with production, maintenance, and technical groups to develop estimates and implement electrical & non-electrical capital projects. The Senior Project Engineer will resolve start-up issues, provide process improvements, and improve safety. The Senior Project Engineer will manage projects from the beginning through final documentation and project close out.

Sr. I&E Project Engineer Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage small to large capital project requirements from beginning to end.
• Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support plant requirements in collaboration with management.
• Develop any and all associated project documents including detailed list of engineering and design specifications for the deliverables of the scope; Inquiry to Bid (ITB) packages for contractors and EPC firms, etc.
• Estimate project cost, submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
• Keep track of project costs and variance reports.
• Develop timelines and identify resources needed to execute the project on time and on budget.
• Plan, schedule, and track project timelines and milestones.
• Select equipment, piping, electrical & instrumentation, civil, structural, vendor/contractors through the bid process when applicable.
• Where required, negotiate with vendor/supplier to meet the project budget/process requirement.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and other departments in timely and clear fashion.
• Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate team members and personnel.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirement documentation, and presentations
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and devise contingency plans.
• Assist in transferring projects to production department by ensuring proper operation of installed equipment and training personnel on new equipment/systems/processes.
• Adhere to all safety policies onsite.
• Make recommendations for process/production and department improvements.
• Participate in project HAZOPs and PHAs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor Degree, Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years of experience electrical and instrumentation design & implementation
• Experience in electrical & non-electrical capital projects (i.e civil, mechanical)
• 10+ years of experience engineering experience in chemical or refinery operations
• 3-5 yrs. of experience - Project Management

• Direct and manage small to large capital project requirements from beginning to end.
• Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support plant requirements in collaboration with management.
• Develop any and all associated project documents including detailed list of engineering and design specifications for the deliverables of the scope; Inquiry to Bid (ITB) packages for contractors and EPC firms, etc.
• Estimate project cost, submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
• Keep track of project costs and variance reports.
• Develop timelines and identify resources needed to execute the project on time and on budget.
• Plan, schedule, and track project timelines and milestones.
• Select equipment, piping, electrical & instrumentation, civil, structural, vendor/contractors through the bid process when applicable.
• Where required, negotiate with vendor/supplier to meet the project budget/process requirement.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and other departments in timely and clear fashion.
• Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate team members and personnel.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirement documentation, and presentations
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and devise contingency plans.
• Assist in transferring projects to production department by ensuring proper operation of installed equipment and training personnel on new equipment/systems/processes.
• Adhere to all safety policies onsite.
• Make recommendations for process/production and department improvements.
• Participate in project HAZOPs and PHAs