Engineer II, Project at Westlake

Longview, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Requirements

B.S. Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field from an ABET accredited program
Five years of engineering experience in an industrial or manufacturing facility
Project Management Professional Certification (desired)

Responsibilities

Manage capital projects from initial submission through project completion and closure
Collaborate across multiple departments and Engineering disciplines
Develop budget estimates, obtain approvals for expenditure, request quotes for goods and services, track project expenses versus approvals, ensure project milestones are met, and have project deliverables ready for construction
Oversee contract engineering firms to ensure detailed mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and structural designs in accordance with RAGAGEP, plant specifications, and improvements to plant safety
Review and approve engineered deliverables such as project scope, drawings, field instructions, calculations, or study recommendations, incorporating feedback from Maintenance and Production
Develop work descriptions and specifications, issue requests for quotes for outside vendors, review quotes, and determine the best option
Initiate procurement of goods and materials by working with the Purchasing department
Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing of hardware and software systems
Provide project deliverables to the capital construction group for contractor selection and field installation; inspect installed work, request field changes, and accept final product
Prepare project status, construction progress, and cost reports on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis
Assist in the development of the engineering team and provide mentorship to junior engineers; continue learning about changes in materials, equipment, and standards
Provide engineering services and technical knowledge for new or different processes, equipment, and materials to improve safety, production rates, quality, reliability, or operating costs
Be available after hours for consultation and/or call-out for plant problems or emergencies
Perform special projects as assigned
Perform duties to protect personal and site personnel safety, report safety/health/environmental incidents, and attend monthly safety meetings

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementCapital ProjectsEngineering DesignBudget ManagementProcurementVendor ManagementMechanical DesignElectrical DesignInstrumentation DesignCivil EngineeringStructural EngineeringRAGAGEP

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time employment position.

What is the work arrangement or location for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Engineer II, Project role?

Key skills include project management, engineering design coordination across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and structural disciplines, budget estimation and tracking, procurement, and oversight of contract engineering firms in accordance with RAGAGEP and plant specifications.

What is the company culture like at Westlake?

Westlake offers an entrepreneurial environment where teams collaborate across departments to enhance peoples' lives through products and community presence, with a focus on continuous improvement and development of engineering personnel.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates have experience managing capital projects end-to-end, coordinating with multiple engineering disciplines and departments, overseeing contract firms for designs meeting RAGAGEP and safety standards, handling procurement and budgets, and mentoring junior engineers.