Project Engineer

Optimized Process Designs - Katy, TX

Full-time

Katy, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Project Engineer at Optimized Process Designs (OPD) will lead and manage all aspects of EPC projects, from early development through to commissioning and turnover. This role emphasizes detailed design and effective project execution, requiring strong problem-solving skills and a focus on achieving optimal outcomes for clients. The position is based in the office from Monday to Friday at the company's headquarters in Katy, TX.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical design and engineering oversight of project scope for assigned projects through project completion
• Review process equipment, vendor selection, and subcontractor services
• Develop design documents, including piping and instrumentation diagrams and equipment specification sheets
• Liaise and coordinate between engineering disciplines, field construction teams, and subcontractor personnel to ensure sound engineering design
• Lead customer reviews and actively participate in project discussions

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Experience with design calculations and/or working with design drawings
• Engineering design for production or field engineering experience

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with full-scope project responsibilities from the FEED phase to mechanical completion
• EPC design, field engineering, or engineering experience on a plant operations or maintenance team
• Knowledge of pipe design codes such as ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, and B31.12
• Experience reviewing static and rotating equipment
• Working knowledge of material specifications
• Experience leading teams of engineers or construction execution discussions
• Direct experience in completing full-scope engineering, procurement, and construction projects (EPC) on a lump sum, turnkey basis
• Field, job-site, or shop construction experience either in supervisor or engineering support