Capital Project Engineer

Job Description:

 Capital Project Engineer

Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions.Huntsman offers unsurpassed opportunities to build a successful future. Our diverse portfolio creates a range of career fields including manufacturing, research and development, technical services, sales and marketing, customer service – and the list goes on.

Here, you can make an impact and make a difference. Come join us. 

Huntsman is seeking a Capital Project Engineer supporting the Polyurethanes Division located in Houston Port, Texas. This position will report to the Manager, Maintenance & Engineering.

Job Scope

This position is responsible for the project management and engineering support for capital and expense projects.

As the Capital Project Engineer you will: 

With minimal supervision and heavy decision-making:

• This role will spend time supporting capital project improvements 90% and maintenance improvements 10%
• Responsible for project management and construction which includes construction contract administration, construction contractor oversight, field inspection, problem solving, start-up assistance, coordination, cost control, and scheduling.
• Responsible for developing scope of work, construction package and schedule for a variety of projects.
• Responsible for performing Capital Coordination duties including Project Cost Controls and maintaining fixed asset register.
• Responsible for seeking out construction expertise and conducting bid meetings per Huntsman policies.
• Provides assistance to ensure projects are developed and executed in compliance with Huntsman PSM EH&S procedures including hazard analysis and management of change. 
• Provides written instructions concerning the maintenance and proper operation of project related mechanical equipment. 
• Provides Mechanical Structural expertise to the plant. 
• Responsible for developing spare parts list for new equipment.
• Responsible to work with Operations for project cost justification.

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Other general responsibilities:

• Backup support for Maintenance & Engineering Manager functions.
• Follows instructions and performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
• Keeps current with technical developments in his/her respective field through outside study, trade journals, technical societies, and seminars.
• Assists other employees in accomplishment of Huntsman company goals.
• Participates in and completes company-required training programs.
• Participates in Environmental, Health, & Safety initiatives as set forth by the company.
• Leads root cause activities for stationary and rotating equipment failures.

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Required Qualifications:

You must possess the All below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant working experience in a similar role.
• 5+ years of direct project or construction management.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Must have a level of proficiency with Internet, Email, and Microsoft programs.
• Good oral and written skills are a necessity.
• Knowledge of fixed and rotation equipment in a refinery/chemical plant setting highly desirable.
• Communicates tactfully and effectively both verbally and in writing and maintains effective work relations with those encountered during the course of employment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to new instructions and/or dynamic organizational priorities is critical for job success.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineering License a plus.

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Huntsman offers unsurpassed opportunities to build a successful future. Our diverse portfolio creates a range of career fields including manufacturing, research and development, technical services, sales and marketing, customer service – and the list goes on.

Here, you can make an impact and make a difference. Come join us.

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