Project Engineer

Job Description

Project Engineer

Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is seeking an ambitious Project Engineer to provide technical support and project oversight of a major structural inspection program for a large power generation client in Jewett, TX Region. Orbital is evaluating candidates based upon their project management experience, technical knowledge, field experience, and engineering design skill sets. This is an on-site position that will require working in Jewett, TX.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the execution of all activities for assigned projects, through both self-execution and as leader of the project team

Interfaces with inspectors, client Contract Coordinator, Subcontractors making repairs

Collaborates and provides direction to client's Contract Coordinator

Review inspection recommendations to build repair packages to maximize impact

Review inspection recommendations for consistency

Compare plant observations with past inspections and evaluate

Update and create schedules for inspections and repairs

Manages work as projects, managing scope, schedule, and costs

Manage the client's structural inspection program

Provides client management with a weekly project updates, based on the existing format that has been created

Monitor inspection activities to ensure compliance with safety standards, project specifications, and structural inspection requirements.

Other tasks/duties assigned by the client's Engineering Manager.

Complete all tasks in accordance with design and project execution procedures and guidelines as set forth in corporate Quality Management System or specific client requirements

Manage existing client relationship with the client and work closely with Orbital’s leadership to expand that relationship.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil / Structural or Mechanical)

5 years of experience, preferably on-site at a power generation facility. Experience in other heavy industrial engineering projects such as oil & gas, chemical, manufacturing, steel, mining, and materials processing will also be considered.

Candidate should have thorough understanding and aptitude in the use of current computer software including general MS Office products including Microsoft Project, and design & business enterprise software.

Proficiency in project management tools and project control principles

Superior communication and interpersonal skills

Must excel in working in a team environment

Ability to regularly commute to the facility in Jewett, TX

Preferred Requirement:

PMP Certification is desirable but not required

Familiarity with construction materials and inspection practices.

Strong field coordination skills

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance. Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal

Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Full-time