Lead Project Engineer

About the role

The role is responsible for developing and leading large, complex capital programs across ASR operations, including projects related to safety, Process Safety Management (PSM), infrastructure, process improvements, capacity expansion, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. The position leads cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within scope, and within budget.

This role is fully remote with travel to any of ASR’s refinery and/or non-refinery operations including potential new greenfield locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize complex programs from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Develop program investment strategies including scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional project teams including engineers, procurement, safety, operations, and contract labor.
• Prepare and manage program budgets ($2M to $100M), forecasts, and cost controls.
• Secure and allocate resources effectively to ensure project timelines and objectives are met.
• Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations at all project stages.
• Act as the primary liaison between the project teams, executive leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on program progress, challenges, and financial performance.
• Provide guidance and oversight on technical aspects of projects, including process design, equipment selection, and construction activities.
• Own, contribute to, and develop standards of design for ASR’s operations consistent with industry best practices.
• Review peer engineering designs and ensure compliance with industry standards, best practices, and company policies.
• Drive the development of best practices and innovative solutions which enhance operational performance and reduce costs.
• Partner with Procurement to develop key partnerships with key equipment, engineering, or construction services.
• Develop and execute Commissioning Plans for programs.
• Own the CQV and vertical start-up mentality.
• Manage external resources as needed to conduct detailed engineering designs, construction management, and any other supplemental project support.
• Oversee and support project delivery including scope definition and control, project cost control, cash-flow forecasts, schedules, construction management, training, project coordination, and post-completion reviews.
• Responsible for process safety and environmental compliance/implementation projects.
• Ensure process PSM requirements are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any engineering discipline from an ABET Accredited institution; candidates with other technical degrees will be considered based on relevant process and project experience.
• 15+ years of experience in the manufacturing process and/or project-focused role.
• 15+ years of experience managing Capex projects within the manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodology on multiple $5M+ projects.
• Ability to communicate and interact with multiple levels within an organization and professionally represent the company with outside vendors and engineering partners.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, SAP, and similar project management applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree related to engineering or project management.
• Master’s in Business Administration.
• Project Management Professional certification.
• Experience with Focused Improvement (DMAIC, Six Sigma certifications preferred).
• Experience with all elements of capital disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Power Distribution, Control Systems, Civil, Environmental, etc.).
• Experience with both batch and continuous flow manufacturing processes.
• Experience with the OSHA PSM standard and covered processes.
• People management experience.