PD&P Lead

Requisition ID: 280614 

•  Relocation Authorized: None 
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework 
• Work Location: Houston, TX 

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a PD&P Lead for the Mining & Metals (M&M) team, based in Houston reporting to the M&M Global PD&P Chief Engineer. The purpose of this role is to lead the PD&P discipline, supervising the conceptualization and design of both the plants (and related infrastructure) and the piping systems, in addition to the implementation of said design in the field, in coordination with the project managers, other engineering disciplines and multifunctional teams, complying with the defined standards, in order to offer efficient, profitable and sustainable engineering solutions and contribute to the achievement of the goals and objectives of the project.

"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.” #LI-NP1

Major Responsibilities:

• Supervise: the development and conceptualization of plant designs and the design and engineering of piping systems, (including the selection of materials, sizing and routing), through the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of techniques, procedures, tools, standards and engineering criteria, to promote excellence and innovation.
• Planning and Management: Create and maintain project schedules, budgets and resource allocation, to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of projects.
• Cross-functional teams: coordinate and collaborate with the process engineers, to integrate the piping systems with the general processes of the plant.
• Continuous improvement: evaluate and optimize plant designs, to maximize efficiency, safety and operational performance.
• Technical Inspections: Participate in design reviews and inspections to anticipate, identify and/or rectify possible problems or deviations in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with industry standards (codes and regulations), safety guidelines and specifications agreed with the client.
• Safety: Implement and enforce best practices for safety protocols, risk assessment and hazard identification within the team.
• Positioning in the industry: actively participating and leading external technical and professional societies and integrating technical code committees.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field or in lieu of degree a Technical College Diploma and 15 years related Plant Layout & Piping design experience.
• At least 15 years, in practical plant design, pipeline engineering and project management in M&M or similar plants with a strong background in the conceptual layout of Mining facilities.
• Experience in leading and guiding a team effectively, with an emphasis on continuous improvement, team building and the ability to cope with conflicting deadlines and competing priorities

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Relevant engineering principles, codes and standards related to the design of plants and piping systems including extensive knowledge & application of ASME B31.3/B31.4 codes.
• Advanced English is required .
• Good Verbal and written communication.
• Lead and guide a team effectively.

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Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com