Project Engineer I

The Project Engineer I is responsible for developing and successfully executing projects including conceptual development, FEED studies, detailed design, up to and including fabrication, commissioning and site integration testing.  In addition, the position is accountable for achieving the overall project objectives by managing execution, scope, schedule, budget, and other project functions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS will include the following:

• Facilitates the preparation and control of project scope, justification, economic analysis, schedule, construction and management execution using the Company project development process.
• Coordinates activities of the integrated project team which will include representatives from other functional groups within the Company.
• Provides engineering and design support as required, including the selection and procurement of equipment and related services and engineering analysis (as required by the project).
• Ability to solve technical issues related to project execution and effectively communicate in technical terms with internal and external clients.
• Capable of setting up and executing projects in isolated conditions.
• Implement and manage risk mitigation plans.
• Manage contractors and sub-contractors.
• Abide by Company policies and procedures.       
• Active role in personal career development through coaching and mentoring with project team leaders.
• Support business development through the creation of long-term value for internal operations.
• Remain abreast of current technological progress to ensure the Company’s products and services remain marketable and competitive.
• Ensure adherence to corporate Integrated Management System and HSE policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of related drilling equipment, layouts, operations, and rig crew functions is considered a benefit.
• Knowledge of code requirements pertaining to the design, construction, safety, and operation of both land and offshore drilling rigs including but not limited to API, ASME, ASCE, AISC, ASHRAE, and other related industry standards is considered a benefit.
• Experience planning project work flow of fabrication, installation and testing is preferred.
• Working knowledge of discipline specific fabrication and manufacturing design, processes, and testing (i.e., welding, machining, etc.) is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with rig and equipment testing and commissioning including systems integrated testing (SIT) and integrated acceptance testing (IAT) is considered a benefit.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or other CAD design software is considered a benefit.
• Highly proficient at technical writing and communicating with internal and external clients
• Must have strong PC skills including Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Power Point, Project and Outlook. Primavera is also considered.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS may include the following: 

• Active role in personal career development through coaching and mentoring with project team leaders.
• Support business development through the creation of long-term value for internal operations.
• Remain abreast of current technological progress to ensure the Company’s products and services remain marketable and competitive.
• Ensure adherence to corporate Integrated Management System and HSE policies and procedures.

POSITION SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND VALUES 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The individual should be proficient at the following general and technical skills:

• Knowledge of related drilling equipment, layouts, operations, and rig crew functions is considered a benefit.
• Knowledge of code requirements pertaining to the design, construction, safety, and operation of both land and offshore drilling rigs including but not limited to API, ASME, ASCE, AISC, ASHRAE, and other related industry standards is considered a benefit.
• Experience planning project work flow of fabrication, installation and testing is preferred.
• Working knowledge of discipline specific fabrication and manufacturing design, processes, and testing (i.e., welding, machining, etc.) is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with rig and equipment testing and commissioning including systems integrated testing (SIT) and integrated acceptance testing (IAT) is considered a benefit.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or other CAD design software is considered a benefit.
• Highly proficient at technical writing and communicating with internal and external clients
• Must have strong PC skills including Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Power Point, Project and Outlook. Primavera is also considered.

The individual should be proficient at the following interpersonal skills:

• Must be able to provide leadership to focus the efforts of the assigned project component team towards a common goal and enabling them to work as a cohesive unit.
• Must have strong written and verbal technical communication skills including writing reports, emails, and presentations at various internal and external organizational levels (peers, clients, and vendors).

• Must possess thoughtful decision-making ability when presented with several alternatives in a fast-paced environment.

  
  

  Work Authorization Requirement: Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

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An individual must have the following qualifications to perform this job successfully:

• An bachelor of science degree in Engineering from an accredited university is required 
• Previous work experience for a drilling contractor or other related company with direct contact to the drilling industry is considered a benefit, but not required.
• Should have at least one year of work experience managing projects and/or teams.
• The ability to read, write, and speak English is required. Fluency in a foreign language is considered a benefit for this position.