Project Engineer

Organizational Context

INEOS is a global manufacturer of petrochemicals, specialty chemicals and oil products. It comprises 15 businesses each with a major chemical company heritage. Its production network spans 65 manufacturing facilities in 16 countries. INEOS products contribute to saving lives, improving health and enhancing standards of living worldwide, providing raw materials for paints, plastics, textiles, technology, medicines and mobile phones.

Business Context

Ethylene oxide (EO) is a key building block for a wide variety of EO derivatives (EODs), including surfactants, glycol ethers, polyethylene glycols, ethanolamines, and alkyl alkanolamines. INEOS Oxide is one of the world’s leading producers of EO and EODs, with a total EO/EOD capacity of 920 kta across five production units in Europe and the US. The US EO project targets the fast‑growing merchant EO market, building on the company’s leadership in Europe.

Purpose of the Job

The Project Engineer supports Project Managers on larger projects as a technical expert interfacing with engineering firms (typically $2 M – $30 M) and also manages some capital projects directly from initial development through completion (typically $20 k – $2 M). The role involves interfacing with site engineers, operations, engineering firms, procurement, and construction contractors to design, procure, and build equipment that meets the objectives set by the Project Sponsor. The Engineer is responsible for implementing and completing project designs and all aspects of capital projects.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• SHE (Safety, Health, Environment)
  • Ensure project designs meet industry and company safety standards.
  • Set safety expectations and lead the team to achieve safety goals.
  • Serve as job representative and address safety issues with contractors on site.
  • Support Process Hazard Analysis and Management of Change (MOCs).
  • Update drawings, records, and final documentation of project changes.
  • Ensure new installations adhere to INEOS Group Guidance Notes.
  • Implement technical resolutions from major unit PHA, HAZOP studies, and safety audits.
  • Complete all assigned action items from PHAs, incidents, audits, etc., and keep status updated.
  • Maintain safety as the highest plant priority and uphold the 20 Principles of Safety.
• Project Engineering
  • Serve as technical owner for design package quality.
  • Provide technical direction to contractor staff to ensure compliance with philosophies, codes, and standards.
  • Lead processes that protect engineering and design integrity during design, construction, and commissioning.
  • Accountable for engineering activities from basic through detailed engineering to start‑up, meeting target dates, budget, design integrity, and HSE performance.
  • Provide technical support to operations during start‑up preparation and normal operation.
  • Contribute to establishing common engineering codes and standards.
  • Maintain and update unit technical records, equipment files, relief‑valve specifications, calculations, and training materials.
• Project Management
  • Develop project scope, budget, and schedule; prepare and implement a Project Execution Plan.
  • Lead the FEL process, complete stage‑gate deliverables, and obtain management approvals.
  • Develop bid packages; work with procurement to bid, evaluate, and award work.
  • Coordinate resources for upfront engineering and estimate development.
  • Manage project requests, backlog, cost estimates, and monthly cash‑flow forecasts.
  • Develop, gain approval for, and manage project KPIs and metrics.
  • Lead development of a risk‑management plan.
  • Prepare and deliver presentations to company management and stakeholders.
  • Ensure timely project closure following mechanical completion and align projects with turnaround milestones.
• Team Management
  • Assemble and lead a team to execute the project effectively.
  • Understand contracts and manage contractors to maximize performance, control costs, and minimize claims and change orders.
  • Engage plant Operations and Maintenance personnel and ensure they understand their responsibilities.

Skills and Competencies

• Education & Experience
  • BS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years of chemical plant experience; project experience strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills
  • Knowledge of applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, ASTM, ANSI, NEC).
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
  • Experience with SAP.
  • Experience with scheduling software such as Microsoft Project.
• Behavioral Skills
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities.
  • Influencing skills with individuals/teams not directly supervised.
  • Proactive leadership, change‑management, and team‑building experience.
  • Excellent organization and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Capability to present updates to project teams and management.
  • Safety role model.

Physical Requirements

Work involves both indoor and outdoor conditions, including exposure to extreme temperatures (below 32 °F and above 100 °F), noise requiring raised voice, and various hazards such as moving mechanical parts, electrical current, scaffolding, high places, heat, chemicals, fumes, dust, mists, gases, and oils. Physical demands include occasional exertion of up to 20 lb, frequent exertion of up to 10 lb, and constant negligible force for moving objects; ability to climb ladders and stairs; sedentary work with occasional lifting; visual acuity for reading documents and screens; and normal hearing for conversational levels.

Performance Indicators

• Achieve SHE metric targets for safety and environmental incidents.
• Execute projects that fully meet stated objectives.
• Provide timely support for Project Managers.
• Complete projects on budget.
• Complete projects on schedule and within deadlines.
• Adhere to all company standards and processes.
• Provide proper reporting on project status and metrics.

Culture

Our culture is built on honesty, integrity, and a strong emphasis on safety, health, and environmental performance. Team members are recognized for embracing new practices that create real value for customers.