Project Engineer at WTS Energy

Job Summary

• The Project Engineer acts as the technical and operational bridge between the Client’s Asset Team and the Maintenance Contractor’s execution teams.
• This role is responsible for the end-to-end management of specific maintenance campaigns, brownfield modifications, and shutdown activities.
• The primary objective is to ensure that maintenance works and minor projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with the client’s technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and audits on materials, equipment, and processes to maintain quality benchmarks.
• Review maintenance notifications and scope of work (SOW) from the Client to define technical requirements and execution strategies.
• Develop detailed ‘Work Packs’ for maintenance campaigns, including method statements, risk assessments (TRA/JSA), and material bills of quantities (BOQ).
• Lead ‘Constructability Reviews’ to identify potential clashes or access issues in the live plant environment.
• Manage sub-contractors (e.g., scaffolding, insulation, NDT, specialist vendor services) to ensure they meet the contract’s HSE and quality standards.
• Oversee Management of Change (MoC) processes for any brownfield modifications or material substitutions.
• Identify long-lead items (LLIs) and critical spares required for upcoming campaigns (e.g., valve replacements, pump overhauls).
• Prepare technical requisitions for materials and services and conduct technical bid evaluations (TBE) for vendor selection.
• Track material delivery status to prevent schedule slippage (expediting).
• Ensure all activities comply with the Oil & Gas Golden Rules of Safety, Permit to Work (PTW) systems, and Life Saving Rules.
• Ensure all Quality Control (QC) documentation (welding logs, pressure test certificates, lifting gears/equipment) is progressively compiled.
• Monitor project costs against the approved budget for specific work orders.
• Prepare ‘Value of Work Done’ (VOWD) reports for monthly review.
• Follow-up Timesheets, JCCs and Invoicing submission and tracking.

Requirements
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation preferred).
• Minimum of 5–7 years in the Oil & Gas industry.
• At least 3 years in a Brownfield / Maintenance environment (working on live plants).
• Hands-on experience with any of the following: Static Equipment (Vessels, Tanks, Piping) OR Rotating Equipment (Pumps, Compressors, Turbines) OR E&I (Control Systems, Switchgear).
• Proven track record of participating in at least one major plant Turnaround (TAR) or Shutdown.
• Understanding of Schedule of Rates (SOR) and Reimbursable contract models.
• Familiarity with HAZOP, SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations), and dangerous goods handling.
• High adaptability, strong stakeholder management, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, manage conflicting deadlines, and work with minimal supervision.

Preferred:

• Professional Engineering License (e.g., COREN, NSE).
• Experience with project management and QHSE best practices.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health and wellbeing coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Exposure to major oil & gas maintenance campaigns and brownfield projects.
• Collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
• Supportive team culture with a focus on integrity and excellence.