Turnaround Engineer

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Job Title: Turnaround Engineer

Location: Houston, TX

Status: Contract - 12 months

Company Overview (Redacted)

A global manufacturer in the chemicals and energy sector, operating multiple production facilities across Europe and North America. The organization produces essential raw materials used in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and technology. The company emphasizes operational excellence, safety, and employee empowerment.

Job Purpose

The Turnaround Engineer supports the Turnaround Manager as a technical expert, working closely with engineering, planning, and vendor teams. This role contributes across all phases of the turnaround lifecycle, from planning through execution and close-out.

The position also serves as Deputy Turnaround Manager and is responsible for supporting capital project design and execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

• Promote and enforce site safety standards and expectations
• Act as site representative for contractor safety during project execution
• Ensure compliance with internal safety policies and industry standards
• Coordinate with site safety teams for approvals and oversight
• Maintain safety as the top operational priority

2. Turnaround Engineering

• Collaborate with turnaround leadership across all project phases
• Define and manage the complete scope of work for plant shutdowns
• Maintain and track scope within central planning systems
• Act as key interface for planning teams and stakeholders
• Support detailed planning and resolve technical discrepancies
• Review inspection and maintenance data to define work scope
• Develop and manage material requirements and technical documentation
• Monitor progress, costs, and reporting during execution
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
• Interface with external vendors for repairs and fabrication
• Participate in additional projects during non-turnaround periods

Skills & Competencies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• ~8+ years of experience in a chemical or process plant environment
• Experience with shutdowns/turnarounds or similar large projects

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, ASTM)
• Experience with SAP (Plant Maintenance preferred)
• Familiarity with scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Experience with engineering/document systems is an advantage

Behavioral Competencies

• Structured, analytical, and goal-oriented approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Leadership and team coordination capability
• High resilience in fast-paced environments
• Strong organizational and reporting skills
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Working Conditions

Field Environment

• Exposure to outdoor conditions, including extreme temperatures
• Work near industrial equipment, noise, and hazardous materials
• Occasional climbing (ladders, stairs) and light physical activity

Office Environment

• Primarily sedentary work with computer use
• Standard indoor working conditions

Performance Indicators

• Delivery of turnaround within schedule and budget
• Completion of agreed scope
• Achievement of safety and environmental targets
• Adherence to planning milestones and internal processes
• Effective reporting of progress and performance metrics

Culture

The organization promotes a culture of integrity, safety, and accountability. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, adopt best practices, and drive continuous improvement.

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