Project Engineer

Your Job

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD), a Koch company, is looking for a Project Engineer to join the team.

This role will lead, manage, and actively participate in all facets of an EPC project - from the early development phase to commissioning and turnover.

We are looking for a project-oriented leader who has demonstrated design and problem-solving experience.

The Project Engineer role will emphasize detailed design, promote consistency and certainty with design, and develop the ability to lead in the execution of projects.

This role will sit in office Monday - Friday at our headquarters in Katy, TX.

This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Our Team

OPD is an engineering/construction company with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries.

OPD is part of the larger Koch organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries.

Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects.

OPDs industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

What You Will Do


* Assist with the development of conceptual designs for new projects


* Provide technical design and engineering oversight of project scope for assigned projects through project completion


* Coordinate or conduct the review of process equipment, vendor selection, and subcontractor services


* Development of design documents including piping and instrumentation diagrams, valve specifications/lists, piping definitions/specifications, and equipment specifications.


* Liaise and coordinate between engineering disciplines, field construction teams, and subcontractor personnel to ensure sound engineering design


* Active participation and leading of customer reviews


* Travel up to 30% to project sites as needed.


* Conduct quality assurance reviews in the office and on-location.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering


* Experience with design calculations and/or working with design drawings


* Engineering design for production or field engineering experience

What Will Put You Ahead


* 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 in 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-si...