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WRS is partnered with a leading company in the chemical industry to hire a Senior Project Engineer – Mechanical based in Geismar. You will be part of the Engineering & Projects team (8 engineers + Lead) and be responsible for managing a portfolio of small to mid-sized capital and OPEX projects, ranging from ~$50k–$1M. You’ll work closely with the TAR Execution team to deliver high-quality, safe, and cost-effective engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage capital projects through Stages 1–3 and support execution leads on later stages.
- Perform mechanical/piping design, pipe stress analysis, CAD/3D modeling, and engineering calculations.
- Support OPEX projects, troubleshooting equipment issues, and provide technical solutions.
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, contractors, and vendors to develop engineering packages.
- Ensure compliance with industry codes, regulatory standards, and company procedures.
- Contribute to design approval, project hazard reviews, and Management of Change (MOC) processes.
- Mentor peers and provide Q/A support on project engineering work.
- Monitor project budgets, schedules, and contractor performance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Eligible for or registered with Louisiana Professional Engineering & Land Surveying Board (PE license preferred).
- 12–15+ years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years as a Project Engineer or Project Manager.
- Strong mechanical/piping design expertise, AutoCAD, Navisworks, CAESAR II, and project management knowledge.
- Familiarity with petrochemical industry standards, codes, and safety culture.
- Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
