Project Engineer I

What do we offer you? Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and knowledge. Career development and growth opportunities. Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Options Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating) Paid Time Off and Sick Days Additional Benefits: Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Accident Insurance Legal Plan Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Legal Plan ID Theft Insurance Universal Life What do we expect from you as a Project Engineer I? 4-year college degree in Engineering or similar technical field Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act 2-5 Years’ Experience as a Discipline Engineer (e.g. Mechanical, Civil, Electrical etc) 0-2 Years Project Engineering and/or experience with construction projects desired; experience budgeting and planning projects preferred Engineering experience at a tank terminal, petroleum or chemical plant is beneficial, but not required Ability to read engineering, construction and other technical specs, drawings, schematics, plans, and similar documents; ability to read and understand complex government regulations and translate/incorporate these requirements into terminal construction, engineering and maintenance plans Ability to translate such technical plans and processes into easy-to-understand laymen’s terms and communicate such translations in clear terminology Working knowledge of computer programs including Google Workspace, PDF Editors, and other Common Office Computer Applications Some familiarity with computer-based design (AutoCAD, Navisworks) to be able to review Engineering Packages Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written; listening skills Presentation skills All Company Core Competencies as well as the following job specific competencies: Eagerness to Learn Problem Analysis & Judgment Communication & Listening Planning & Organizing Discipline Teamwork What does your day look like? Your Core Responsibilities Are Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of SH&E principles and values; champions safety as necessary With guidance, develops the necessary information for project identification, scoping, estimating documents to support funding requests Researches and incorporates “best practices” into all technical aspects of assigned projects Works with the team to prepare and deliver technical support presentations to support project funding or project reporting With assistance, researches established design requirements, develops Scopes of Work for RFPs, and oversees various assigned engineering projects and/or pieces of projects Supports project managers in developing and maintaining/updating project schedules, cost estimates, progress reports etc. Supports project managers in following the Management of Change (MOC) process. Supports project managers in progressing projects through all phases of project lifecycle (from identification through execution/construction, commissioning and handover/close out). Assists colleagues in ensuring allocation of necessary resources to support project, portfolio and other terminal needs Assists in developing, monitoring, coordinating and controlling annual CapEx expenditure and capital budgets for Sustaining CapEx projects. Works with Asset Manager to facilitate execution and prioritization of projects part of the U.S. Southern Region Sustaining CapEx portfolio. Supports in maintaining terminal records, transferring and following established document control procedures for all project documentation. Ensures transfer of project information is communicated to other departments (e.g. Operations and Maintenance as appropriate) Ensures required internal approvals are obtained at appropriate stages of project Assists sales and terminal personnel in assessing customer project scopes for small customer service projects Continuous learner in Vopak Project Management, Vopak Standards and Specs, Local Engineering Practices and other Federal Regulations (e.g. RCRA and Environmental requirements) so as to follow and adhere to all guidelines, regulations, and requirements in the course of other duties Ensures that all assigned projects are in compliance with Company and regulatory requirements Performs other duties assigned by management that fall within the generally expected scope of this position Some travel ( Work Environment This position requires an employee to be in an office environment as well as exposed to outside elements. Most extreme elements are heat in the summer months of up to 104°F (40°C) and some exposure to cold of generally no less than 15°F (-10°C) in the winter months. There will be exposure to various chemicals and compounds, including fumes and smells, some of them hazardous. The employee may enter confined spaces and work in elevated environments. Employees must be able to wear PPE required by the location. General office noise may be experienced and louder sounds and vibrations when outside. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. All environments are safe with appropriate PPE. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, speak and hear. The employee is required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee may be required, on occasion, to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may be required to climb ladders/storage tanks up to 50’ in height. The employee may be required to enter confined spaces. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employees may be required to travel by air, rail, bus, or car. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas. Inclusion & Diversity Vopak stores vital products with care. Our commitment to care extends to all our stakeholders, including our own employees, new talents and people in our local communities around the globe. We believe that each individual has the right to be treated with respect and dignity, and to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, political orientation or trade union membership, allowing everyone at Vopak to develop their full potential. It is Vopak’s policy to employ and administer employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam Era and in accordance with federal and state civil rights laws. Accommodations If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Want to start as a Project Engineer I at Vopak? 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