Job Description

Project Engineer

JOB-10043482

Anticipated Start Date

April 21, 2025

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a world leader in gases, technologies and services used in many industries and for Health purposes. Oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter, and energy.

With safety as their priority, training will be provided for all employees to ensure the job is done properly. This client also hires many of their full-time employees through temporary agencies so many of our roles are temp-to-hire. This gives our candidates and the client an opportunity to ensure that this will be a good fit for a full-time role with their company. All roles have an opportunity for career advancement once full time with our client and provide excellent benefits to their full-time employees.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer to join the new team, based in Houston, TX. In this role, you will support the development and implementation of hydrogen refueling stations, with responsibilities ranging from technical specifications, design documentation, and vendor coordination, to ensuring that projects meet all relevant codes and standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-growing field with a focus on hydrogen mobility and energy transition technologies.

Job Description

• Ensure zero personal accidents/incidents, promptly reporting near-miss incidents.
• Develop specifications for equipment and components related to hydrogen refueling stations (compressors, storage systems, valves, electrical cabinets, etc.).
• Create and manage technical documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, layout drawings, piping specs, installation manuals, maintenance guides, etc.
• Lead in-process inspections to ensure vendors comply with technical and quality specifications. Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and prepare inspection documentation.
• Perform necessary process calculations for hydrogen refueling stations, including PSV calculations, cooling power, vent sizing, and more.
• Stay updated on codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, CGA), ensuring the team is aware of any changes and applying them to designs.
• Work with vendors, engineering teams, and customers to ensure that projects align with technical specifications, safety, and standards.
• Oversee project documentation, from submittals to as-built drawings, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Assist customers with permitting and other technical needs, ensuring all documentation is compliant.
• Work closely with internal and external teams to deliver engineering solutions and provide technical support during project execution and startup.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment issues and provide technical support as needed.

Skills Required

• 5+ years of professional experience, with at least 3 years in project/product engineering.
• Strong track record of delivering engineering deliverables on projects, including documentation and specifications.
• Demonstrates leadership, initiative, and problem-solving skills to guide projects and team members.
• Strong culture of safety, cost control, and adherence to schedules.
• Clear and effective communication with project teams, clients, and management, both verbally and in writing (English).
• Proficient in AutoCAD and ISA symbology.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical).

Additional Requirements

• Proficiency in 3D modeling software is a plus.
• Ability to motivate team members and influence stakeholders to gain consensus and drive action.
• Experience with hydrogen-related technologies or projects is highly preferred.

Pay Rate/Salary

• $37 per hour

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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