Houston - Project Engineer

Summary:

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more atwww.aquatech.com

Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time Project Engineer to work in our Houston, TX office. The hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Project Engineer will report to the Project Manager and will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee.

The ideal candidate will have excellent math skills, applied creativity, mechanical skills, problem-solving skills, team-oriented, customer service driven, and attention to detail. This candidate will also have experience in a project-related industry.

Job Description

• Review of Project specifications
• Preparation of Project documents
• Maintain the Project Master document list.
• Lead project design coordination with internal engineering departments, external engineering agencies, and Site Contractors.
• Coordinate engineering document submissions to customers & vendors.
• Facilitate timely engineering reviews of vendor quotes.
• Review vendor quotes and purchase requisitions for compliance with project specifications.
• Responsible for accurately reporting engineering progress into the project schedule.
• Coordinate collection of necessary inputs to 3D model and resolution of issue tags.
• Provide status, control, and progress reporting support services on projects.
• Prepare project schedules per project requirement.
• Verify the project progress & prepare the monthly progress report.
• Vendor follow-up & expediting
• Periodic vendor visits to monitor the progress.
• Attend Customer meetings as required.
• Support correspondence with customers via the Project manager.
• Internal communication with all departments & AIC Assembly shop.
• Track material status in SAP & update project status
• Preparation of packing slips & related shipment documentation
• Site visits during the construction phase
• Coordinate engineering responses to RFI from subcontractors
• Expedite critical engineering solutions during the construction phase.
• Ensure design changes are properly communicated to the project team and incorporated into the 3D model.
• Oversee as-built documentation for the project.
• Work autonomously without constant guidance
• 10% International and Domestic travel will be required.

Skill Requirements:

• Able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to read and interpret AutoCAD engineering drawings and P&IDs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to work with multiple disciplined projects.
• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks or projects with attention to detail.
• Ability to use MS Office software at a high level of proficiency.
• Ability to use SAP.
• Ability to use Primavera P6 preferred.
• Experience using AutoCAD 2D and Plant 3D preferred.

Benefits:

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Job Demands:

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking, and standing.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Environmental or related field)
• Three (3) or more years of experience in a project-related industry
• Prior water/wastewater infrastructure project experience preferred.