Project Engineer, Mechanical - Global Projects & Turnaround

Position Summary

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute reports as required such as document review status reports, and action item lists.
• Work with the Project Manager and team to support mechanical vendor performance management.
• Participate in the review, development and implementation of all relevant mechanical design basis documents, engineering drawings & specifications.
• Coordinate input from the Global Expert Team and maintain the MPS Deviation process for the the Static and Rotating disciplines.
• Ensure full compliance of the management of change procedure.
• Ensure project procedures are followed during the different project stages in compliance with MCMP or the Capital Project Standard as appropriate.
• Oversee documentation transfer between Methanex and contractors (check out of existing drawings, receipt of final project drawings).
• Assist in the preparation for relevant engineering reviews.
• Participation and input in other special projects as assigned by Project Leadership.

• Engages with suppliers to specify, design and purchase mechanical equipment.
• Reviews mechanical designs performed by plant engineers and/or engineering partners to ensure compliance with applicable codes, MPS, and project requirements.
• Drives resolution of mechanical technical issues with input from global experts, conducts studies and prepares reports.
• Reviews specifications, drawings and vendor equipment documentation.
• Contributes to discipline Design Criteria for engineering or design activities.
• Engages with suppliers to specify, design and purchase mechanical equipment.

• Ensure that Methanex is represented and perceived as a respected and trustworthy member of the communities within which projects are being considered and/or executed.
• Responsible for supporting and maintaining relationships with site neighbours, key local authorities and personnel.
• Effectively leads by example as a collaborator, relationship builder, and partner.

• Develop an understanding of Corporate policies and procedures which impact the Project business and ensure Project compliance.
• Maintain a level of awareness of the Methanex Code of Business Conduct and Corporate Governance Manual.

Position Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering discipline.
• 2 years of experience of working in a Capital Project environment, including familiarity with the Manufacturing Capital Management Process (MCMP) and other gated project work processes.
• Associated experience with plant operations, commissioning or start up management, particularly with methanol process front end (reforming, refractory, waste heat boilers, etc.)
• Minimum requirement of 5 years’ experience in a technical environment.
• Experience in mechanical engineering around reformers, refractory, fired heaters and other methanol front end systems is preferred.
• Working knowledge of the MPS, especially Piping and Static Equipment.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and/or issues at once.
• Positive partnership with individuals at all levels.
• Position demands strong self-motivation to evaluate and solve technical and engineering problems, both in isolation and in-groups.
• Flexible to relocate to a project site or EPC Office on assignment.