ReCon is hiring for a Project Engineer with a Mechanical background. This position is located in the Freeport, Texas area and is a short-term position for approximately 3-4 months.

Summary of Description:

Develop and oversee the engineering and design efforts for the development of engineering drawings/packages for all phases of a project from the feasibility study to construction.

Duties:

• Scope Definition of the project includes discipline engineering requirements, estimating project man hours and requirements.
• Concisely describing the project requirements by means of engineer’s sketches and verbal instructions.
• Presenting this work to the design personnel in an organized form suitable for design by the available personnel.
• Coordinating and organizing work with other disciplines. Maintaining a good working relationship.
• Checking drawing packages for completeness, code compliance and accuracy. Generate Discipline Construction Scopes of work as required.
• Supervise overall engineering package quality and production.
• Give adequate instructions to enable the design staff to perform their task with quality work.
• Perform calculations required for discipline. Check calculations of other engineers for completeness, code compliance and accuracy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor of Science Degree in a related field from an accredited university with at least six (6) years of experience in petrochemical, chemical, offshore, pipeline or utility industries; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

License Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License as per State law or requirement
• Professional Engineer Intern status with professional registration preferred

Specific Skills:

• Ability to mentor younger engineers.
• Knowledge related to design in discipline field.
• Microsoft Office and Outlook or similar software.
• Knowledge of regulatory codes and requirements in the related discipline required.
• Experienced with discipline specific computer applications (i.e., ETAP, STAAD, CAESAR, etc.).
• Familiar with key aspects of Civil, Mechanical, I/E and Chemical Engineering.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year.
• Ability to work in protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
• Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
• Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.
• Ability to sit at desk and operate computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear.
• Ability to see with visual acuity and distinguish between colors.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. on a regular basis is required and at times lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required.