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 direction
• Organize, prepare and conduct project review and status presentations with key personnel to further develop and review project details
• Review project details and equipment with Maintenance personnel (supervision, engineering, technicians) to ensure maintenance interests are addressed
• Prepare preliminary project estimates and cost justifications and completing Project
• Approval Forms (PAFs) and other documentation as necessary for management approval of projects
• Prepare detailed project estimates and cost justifications and developing Authorizations for Expenditure (AFEs) and other documentation as necessary for management approval of projects
• Prepare and implement project schedules as needed for efficient completion of tasks utilizing all applicable workgroups and resources
• Monitor progress of all project phases to verify accuracy of schedule and budget estimates
• Secure coordinating and / or supervising contract consulting, engineering, design and vendor services for supplemental design assistance as needed to accomplish project goals
• Specify and procure parts and equipment as needed and verify compatibility with service conditions and applicable design codes
• Document 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 activities
• Provide 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 documentation
• Assist Maintenance / Engineering Department in thoroughly documenting general maintenance shutdowns, projects and lessons learned
• Assist in development, implementation and maintenance of Engineering and Construction specifications for refinery equipment
• Assist in the development of engineering project proposals and preparing project cost estimates for annual and quarterly budget reviews
• Work with Maintenance / Engineering staff to continually develop and improve project and maintenance engineering techniques, policies and procedures
• Participate in all aspects of miscellaneous project and maintenance engineering as necessary to meet the needs of Maintenance / Engineering department

The 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 Sharing

Ergon – West Virginia, Inc.is an EEO/AAP employer.

Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.