What are the responsibilities and job description for the Houston - Project Engineer position at Aquatech?
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 at www.aquatech.com
Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time PE (Project Engineer) to work in our Houston, TX location. The hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Project Engineer 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 should also have experience in a project-related industry.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical)
Ten (10) years of experience in a project-related industry preferred
Job Description
Prior water/wastewater infrastructure project experience preferred.
Review and understand customer technical specifications relating to Water treatment plant.
Provide general project management support to the project manager and the team.
Should have knowledge about pumps, tanks, pressure vessels, piping, valves, instruments,
Monitor compliance with applicable codes, standards, practices, and specifications.
Prepare the necessary proposal documents / project documents.
Facilitate timely engineering reviews of vendor quotes.
Review vendor quotes and purchase requisitions for compliance to project specifications.
Periodic vendor visits to monitor the progress
Create and maintain Project Master document list
Co-ordinate the internal Engineering activities within different offices of Aquatech and with external
engineering agency and Site Contractors
Coordinate engineering responses to RFI from subcontractors
Coordinate initial document submissions, address customer comments, timely resubmission of revised
documents, and closure to achieve approved status.
Co-ordinate collection of necessary inputs to 3D model and resolution of issue tags.
Follow up on Project action items to ensure timely closure.
Attend and distribute minutes for internal and customer meetings as required.
Create and distribute monthly Project Team updates.
Provide status, control, and progress reporting support services on projects.
Prepare project schedules in MS Projects or Primavera P6 per project requirement
Verify the project progress & prepare the monthly progress report
Support correspondence with customers via the Project Manager.
Travel to visit vendors, job sites, or attend meetings with customer as and when required.
Compile the RFB for EPC Contractors
Compile the proposal / project documents required for client submission.
Work autonomously without constant guidance. 30% of Travel (International and Domestic) will be required
Skill Requirements
Able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical
problems.
Interpreting specifications related to engineering equipment.
Attention to detail, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Decision-making ability and leadership skills.
Time management and organizational skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
Ability to read and interpret AutoCAD engineering drawings and P&IDs.
Able to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
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 SAP software.
Ability to use MS Office software at a high level of proficiency.
Ability to navigate the 3D model through Navisworks
Ability to use estimating software like Aspen.
Ability to use MS Projects and Primavera P6.
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 accommodations 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 and limited walking and standing.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications / Experience:
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 at www.aquatech.com
Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time PE (Project Engineer) to work in our Houston, TX location. The hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Project Engineer 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 should also have experience in a project-related industry.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical)
Ten (10) years of experience in a project-related industry preferred
Job Description
Prior water/wastewater infrastructure project experience preferred.
Review and understand customer technical specifications relating to Water treatment plant.
Provide general project management support to the project manager and the team.
Should have knowledge about pumps, tanks, pressure vessels, piping, valves, instruments,
Monitor compliance with applicable codes, standards, practices, and specifications.
Prepare the necessary proposal documents / project documents.
Facilitate timely engineering reviews of vendor quotes.
Review vendor quotes and purchase requisitions for compliance to project specifications.
Periodic vendor visits to monitor the progress
Create and maintain Project Master document list
Co-ordinate the internal Engineering activities within different offices of Aquatech and with external
engineering agency and Site Contractors
Coordinate engineering responses to RFI from subcontractors
Coordinate initial document submissions, address customer comments, timely resubmission of revised
documents, and closure to achieve approved status.
Co-ordinate collection of necessary inputs to 3D model and resolution of issue tags.
Follow up on Project action items to ensure timely closure.
Attend and distribute minutes for internal and customer meetings as required.
Create and distribute monthly Project Team updates.
Provide status, control, and progress reporting support services on projects.
Prepare project schedules in MS Projects or Primavera P6 per project requirement
Verify the project progress & prepare the monthly progress report
Support correspondence with customers via the Project Manager.
Travel to visit vendors, job sites, or attend meetings with customer as and when required.
Compile the RFB for EPC Contractors
Compile the proposal / project documents required for client submission.
Work autonomously without constant guidance. 30% of Travel (International and Domestic) will be required
Skill Requirements
Able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical
problems.
Interpreting specifications related to engineering equipment.
Attention to detail, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Decision-making ability and leadership skills.
Time management and organizational skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
Ability to read and interpret AutoCAD engineering drawings and P&IDs.
Able to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
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 SAP software.
Ability to use MS Office software at a high level of proficiency.
Ability to navigate the 3D model through Navisworks
Ability to use estimating software like Aspen.
Ability to use MS Projects and Primavera P6.
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 accommodations 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 and limited walking and standing.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications / Experience:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical)
- One (1) to Five (5) years of experience in a project-related industry preferred
- Prior water/wastewater infrastructure project experience preferred.