Senior Project Engineer

Midland, TX

Full Time

Experienced

Job Title: Sr. Project Engineer
Direct Report: VP, Engineering & Construction
FLSA Status: Salary/Exempt
Travel Required: Up to 40 %

Role/Responsibilities:

Lead the successful execution of water infrastructure projects, including surface facilities, pipelines, pump stations, and hydraulic modeling systems.
Design and manage water pipeline projects ranging from 4-inch to 36-inch systems, including stress calculations, testing procedures, and applicable engineering standards.
Prepare, review, and approve engineering deliverables, including PFDs, P&IDs, line lists, datasheets, and design calculations, and apply a professional engineering stamp when required.
Coordinate project approvals, engineering design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup activities to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within approved budgets.
Develop AFE-level cost estimates, project budgets, and construction schedules, and maintain accurate forecasting of committed, actual, and estimated completion costs.
Work directly with all third-party construction companies and field operations to oversee construction from start to finish.
Work closely with Land, Commercial, Engineering, Construction, Accounting, Procurement, and field teams to support route selection, cost development, vendor coordination, and project execution.
Support field operations by troubleshooting system issues, optimizing performance, and planning maintenance activities.
Develop RFP and RFQ packages and collaborate with vendors and contractors to support competitive bidding, timely delivery, and cost-effective outcomes.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in Texas and New Mexico, as well as applicable safety, permitting, and engineering standards.
Apply relevant industry standards, including ASME B31.3, ASME B16.5, and other applicable specifications, to ensure project quality and compliance.
Promote adherence to company policies and procedures, including JSAs, training requirements, incident reporting, and safety observations.
Travel to project sites frequently to support project reviews, progress checks, commissioning, and startup activities.
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of business needs and organizational growth.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Petroleum, or a related engineering discipline required; Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required; 10 or more years of experience preferred in pipeline design, hydraulics, or other related midstream operations.
Strong working knowledge of pipeline design, hydraulic systems, and water infrastructure project execution.
Thorough understanding of corrosion mitigation practices, including coatings and cathodic protection.
Experience in project planning, program management, and the execution of multiple mid-sized to large projects concurrently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, manage multiple priorities, and deliver commitments on schedule.
Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to perform effectively in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with poly pipe construction and fusion methods; current certifications preferred.
Experience with lightning protection design, evaluation, and implementation for SWD facilities preferred.
Ability to travel up to 40% to field locations as required.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and carry office materials up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to travel to field or office locations as needed.
Ability to work in both office and field environments.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb stairs for extended periods of time.
Occasional travel to field locations, construction sites, and operational facilities may be required.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and dust.

XRI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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