Project Engineer III (In-Plant)
Job Description
ReCon is hiring for a Project Engineer with a Mechanical background. This position is located in the Freeport, Texas area and is a short\-term position for approximately 3\-4 months.
**Summary of Description:**
Develop and oversee the engineering and design efforts for the development of engineering drawings/packages for all phases of a project from the feasibility study to construction.
**Duties:**
* Scope Definition of the project includes discipline engineering requirements, estimating project man hours and requirements.
* Concisely describing the project requirements by means of engineer’s sketches and verbal instructions.
* Presenting this work to the design personnel in an organized form suitable for design by the available personnel.
* Coordinating and organizing work with other disciplines. Maintaining a good working relationship.
* Checking drawing packages for completeness, code compliance and accuracy. Generate Discipline Construction Scopes of work as required.
* Supervise overall engineering package quality and production.
* Give adequate instructions to enable the design staff to perform their task with quality work.
* Perform calculations required for discipline. Check calculations of other engineers for completeness, code compliance and accuracy.
* Perform other job\-related duties as assigned.
**Education and Experience:**
Bachelor of Science Degree in a related field from an accredited university with at least six (6\) years of experience in petrochemical, chemical, offshore, pipeline or utility industries; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
**License Requirements:**
* Valid Driver’s License as per State law or requirement
* Professional Engineer Intern status with professional registration preferred
**Specific Skills:**
* Ability to mentor younger engineers.
* Knowledge related to design in discipline field.
* Microsoft Office and Outlook or similar software.
* Knowledge of regulatory codes and requirements in the related discipline required.
* Experienced with discipline specific computer applications (i.e., ETAP, STAAD, CAESAR, etc.).
* Familiar with key aspects of Civil, Mechanical, I/E and Chemical Engineering.
**Physical Requirements:**
* Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year.
* Ability to work in protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
* Ability to use multi\-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
* Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.
* Ability to sit at desk and operate computer for extended periods of time.
* Ability to stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear.
* Ability to see with visual acuity and distinguish between colors.
* Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver’s license.
* Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. on a regular basis is required and at times lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required.
**Summary of Description:**
Develop and oversee the engineering and design efforts for the development of engineering drawings/packages for all phases of a project from the feasibility study to construction.
**Duties:**
* Scope Definition of the project includes discipline engineering requirements, estimating project man hours and requirements.
* Concisely describing the project requirements by means of engineer’s sketches and verbal instructions.
* Presenting this work to the design personnel in an organized form suitable for design by the available personnel.
* Coordinating and organizing work with other disciplines. Maintaining a good working relationship.
* Checking drawing packages for completeness, code compliance and accuracy. Generate Discipline Construction Scopes of work as required.
* Supervise overall engineering package quality and production.
* Give adequate instructions to enable the design staff to perform their task with quality work.
* Perform calculations required for discipline. Check calculations of other engineers for completeness, code compliance and accuracy.
* Perform other job\-related duties as assigned.
**Education and Experience:**
Bachelor of Science Degree in a related field from an accredited university with at least six (6\) years of experience in petrochemical, chemical, offshore, pipeline or utility industries; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
**License Requirements:**
* Valid Driver’s License as per State law or requirement
* Professional Engineer Intern status with professional registration preferred
**Specific Skills:**
* Ability to mentor younger engineers.
* Knowledge related to design in discipline field.
* Microsoft Office and Outlook or similar software.
* Knowledge of regulatory codes and requirements in the related discipline required.
* Experienced with discipline specific computer applications (i.e., ETAP, STAAD, CAESAR, etc.).
* Familiar with key aspects of Civil, Mechanical, I/E and Chemical Engineering.
**Physical Requirements:**
* Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year.
* Ability to work in protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
* Ability to use multi\-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
* Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.
* Ability to sit at desk and operate computer for extended periods of time.
* Ability to stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear.
* Ability to see with visual acuity and distinguish between colors.
* Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver’s license.
* Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. on a regular basis is required and at times lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required.
Posted: 2026-03-19