Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Ergon – West Virginia, Inc. in Newell, WV currently has an opening for a Project Engineer.The Project Engineer provides technical and engineering support as needed for the development, design and implementation of miscellaneous projects.We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family owned and we pride ourselves on maintaining a small company feel.Project Engineer Qualifications:BS degree (preferably in civil or mechanical engineering).Two to three years of experience in project management in a petrochemical environment is recommended.Experience with Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project is recommended.Project Engineer Responsibilities:Develop completed project design specifications from basic conceptual ideas with limited directionOrganize, prepare and conduct project review and status presentations with key personnel to further develop and review project detailsReview project details and equipment with Maintenance personnel (supervision, engineering, technicians) to ensure maintenance interests are addressedPrepare preliminary project estimates and cost justifications and completing ProjectApproval Forms (PAFs) and other documentation as necessary for management approval of projectsPrepare detailed project estimates and cost justifications and developing Authorizations for Expenditure (AFEs) and other documentation as necessary for management approval of projectsPrepare and implement project schedules as needed for efficient completion of tasks utilizing all applicable workgroups and resourcesMonitor progress of all project phases to verify accuracy of schedule and budget estimatesSecure coordinating and / or supervising contract consulting, engineering, design and vendor services for supplemental design assistance as needed to accomplish project goalsSpecify and procure parts and equipment as needed and verify compatibility with service conditions and applicable design codesDocument all phases of project design, construction and installation to verify compliance with specifications, all applicable design and construction codes, recommended practices, etc.Initiate, participate in, and ensure the completion of the Management of Change Procedure (including Pre-Startup Safety Reviews) for Project Engineering related activitiesProvide project follow-up upon completion of installation including equipment file development / documentation for new and / or affected equipment, recommended preventive maintenance of equipment, acquisition of spare parts, operating procedure development, startup assistance and lessons learned documentationAssist Maintenance / Engineering Department in thoroughly documenting general maintenance shutdowns, projects and lessons learnedAssist in development, implementation and maintenance of Engineering and Construction specifications for refinery equipmentAssist in the development of engineering project proposals and preparing project cost estimates for annual and quarterly budget reviewsWork with Maintenance / Engineering staff to continually develop and improve project and maintenance engineering techniques, policies and proceduresParticipate in all aspects of miscellaneous project and maintenance engineering as necessary to meet the needs of Maintenance / Engineering departmentThe person selected must be self-motivated with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. A clean MVR is required.Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k) matching, Health, Life, Dental, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance and Profit SharingErgon – West Virginia, Inc.is an EEO/AAP employer.Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.