Project Engineering Lead

Who are we?
At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud!

PURPOSE AND ROLE:  

The Project Engineering Lead is responsible for managing the refinery Project Engineering team.  The Project Engineering Lead reports directly to the Technical Services Manager.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enhance operations performance and project development with project engineering group.
  Ensure by leadership that all work is performed safely and in accordance with all Calumet procedures.
• Provide direct supervision and leadership to engineering staff; including assignment and work schedule, monitoring performance, coaching and mentoring, and assuring the quality of work performed by engineering staff.
• Ensure engineering department compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide engineering support of refinery safety and environmental performance.
• Provide oversight of the Process Safety Management programs in the refinery.
• Ensure adherence to all 14 PSM elements are adhered to in all work process.
• Manage the overall department and Capex budgets.
• Develop and prepare/submit “Authorization for Expenditures” (AFE’s) for capital projects in the FEL Gated Process. Meets expectations on budgets and schedules.
• Ensures project development from beginning to end to include project scope, goals, expectations and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with management and stakeholders.
• Develop department and project procedures.
• Executes the construction of projects within budget and tracks construction change orders for engineering approval.  
• Acts as a liaison between Operations and Project organizations for smooth and timely project execution.
• Manage, direct, organize and control project/contractor activities.
• Ensure the total quality management of the design, management and delivery of refinery projects.
• Provide strategic and tactical engineering support for Calumet Corporate.
• Participate in industry forums and committees in order to stay abreast of changes in engineering technology in the industry, and of mechanical failures and root causes in other refineries.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Project Management skills and experience a plus.
• Strong safety culture is a must in support of Calumets Vision, Mission, Values, and Cardinal Rules Strong leadership skills.
• Lead by example in behaving in accordance with our Values. 

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• 10+ years’ experience in a refinery or petrochemical facility is desired.
• A good working knowledge of Excel and Capital Budget Processes. 
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate with all levels of the organization. 
• Able to manage multiple tasks and projects with different priorities and be willing to work in plant environments.
• Candidates must have demonstrated commitment to personnel and process safety, environmental protection, and community relations.
• Detailed working with Process Safety Management (PSM) is highly desired.
• Working knowledge of API & ASME codes a plus. 
• Knowledge of root cause analysis desired.
• Excellent communication skills, including oral, written, and electronic.
• Computer proficiency required.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran. All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.