Lead Project Engineer

Overview

Leadership, Innovation, Solutions, Zeon Chemicals L.P. (Zeon) is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids and cyclo-olefin plastics for today's advanced medical and electronic applications. Zeon has an exciting Project Engineer career opportunity in our Pasadena, Texas plant.

Job Description:

Responsible for the planning, procurement, execution and completion of mid-to-large projects. Supervises project field installation and startups to ensure established safety rules and procedures are followed, projects are completed on time and within approved project cost. Other responsibilities include:

• Designs, implements, and communicates, an operational plan for completing projects including project schedules, budgets, and forecasts. Documents plan, assembles appropriation request, and obtains organizational project approvals
• Prepares engineering designs and work specifications
• Reviews and approves drawings including flow sheets, isometrics, P&IDs, layout drawings, and vendor submittals
• Develops RFP packages with appropriate selection criteria and metrics
• Ensures safe implementation of project construction by enforcing the established safety rules and procedures
• Oversees contractor activities to insure they comply with established company standards.
• Monitors progress and performance against the project plan. Takes action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays
• Reviews industry policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, regulatory compliance, and incorporates Recognized And Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP) into designs
• Collaborates with other engineers and technical personnel and coordinates their specialized contributions to the development of the project
• Identifies, evaluates, monitors, and reports project risk according to company risk assessment policy
• Lead and participate in MOC process, safety reviews, pre-startup safety reviews to ensure successful project execution and close out
• Responsible for maintaining project documentation, project close out and documentation turnover to operations and maintenance

Job Requirements:

A successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, with a minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in project management in the petrochemical industry.
• Proficiency in SAP is preferred.
• PSM experience preferred.
• Project Management Certification is desirable

Zeon offers growth opportunities, a highly competitive salary and excellent benefits program. Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K Plan w/Company match.

Screening Requirements: Physical Exam including Drug Screen, Background Check.

Zeon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Please apply online at: www.zeonchemicals.com/careers.