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Overview

The Engineering Manager will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers supporting a multi-billion-dollar Aromatics Project at our Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex. Reporting directly to the Engineering Director, MCP, this role is responsible for delivering safe, cost-effective, and technically sound engineering solutions by ensuring alignment across functional disciplines, and driving team performance in support of business objectives. The Engineering Manager ensures excellence in engineering execution, fosters a culture of safety and continuous improvement, and serves as a liaison between technical teams and executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers across multiple disciplines (e.g., Process, Process Safety, Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls, Civil/Structural) to deliver on project and operational priorities.
• Manage the full lifecycle of engineering projects—scoping, planning, scheduling, execution, and closeout—ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Act as a key interface between internal engineering teams, Operations, HSSE, Maintenance, and Aromatics Project Team to align project execution with business goals.
• Provide technical oversight and assurance on engineering work products, ensuring application of industry standards, RAGAGEP, and Motiva practices.
• Guide and mentor engineers through complex problem-solving, project challenges, and professional development.
• Lead change management and issue resolution, applying proactive strategies to minimize project risks and disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across all engineering activities.
• Directly engage with contractors, vendors, and external stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring contract deliverables are met.
• Monitor team performance and engineering quality metrics, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Support leadership reporting with timely updates on project status, risk assessments, budget tracking, and key milestones.

Experience and Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related discipline).
• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience in downstream oil & gas or petrochemical operations.
• 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or technical leadership role.
• Proven success managing multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of process safety, construction practices, and technical assurance processes.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Advanced experience with engineering project management tools and software.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (API, ASME, NFPA, OSHA PSM, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence across multiple levels of an organization.
• Demonstrated success in mentoring technical professionals and fostering team development.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Manufacturing
• Industries: Oil and Gas