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With a population of more than 77,000, Baytown, Texas, is located in the Gulf Coast region of the United States, just east of Houston, the nation's fourth largest city. Those who live and work in Baytown will find an area rich in history, as well as opportunities for outdoor activities due to its proximity to scenic waterways, namely Galveston Bay, the San Jacinto River and Buffalo Bayou.

Founded in 1919, ExxonMobil's Baytown Complex is located on approximately 3,400 acres along the Houston Ship Channel, about 25 miles east of Houston. Employing a workforce of more than 8,500, it is comprised of four manufacturing sites, including one in nearby Mont Belvieu, and a global technology center. These include the Baytown Refinery, one of the largest refineries in the United States, and the Baytown Olefins Plant, one of the largest ethylene plants in the world.

Its scope of products includes fuels, lube oils, and chemical compounds used in a diverse range of products, from auto battery cases, diapers and tire inner tubes to pharmaceutical uses, food packaging, trash bags and more.

The Baytown area sites are highly integrated, which makes the plants and products more efficient as we develop technologies to make cleaner fuels and work together to operate more safely and reliably.

Learn more about what we do in Baytown here.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Engineer with 5-15 years of experience to join our industry leading Global Projects team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing various project execution activities to ensure project objectives are achieved safely, to the required quality standards, on time and within budget.

This position is located in Baytown, Texas.

• Implement project management processes in accordance with company requirements
• Demonstrate SSHE leadership behaviors, actively participate in SSHE programs, reviews, and inspections
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations and project requirements
• Drive project performance by collaborating effectively with multi-disciplinary teams
• Work with project management team, engineering disciplines and other project stakeholders to define project scope, plans and schedule
• Monitor progress and provide status updates to support project management decisions
• Lead development of project deliverables (e.g. plans, estimates)
• Support project contracting and procurement activities by: defining contracting/purchasing strategy, developing bid packages, evaluating proposals
• Coordinate internal/external interfaces to ensure alignment
• Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, risk assessments and quality assurance activities
• Manage project risks by developing/implementing mitigation plans; implement management of change procedures
• Implement lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement processes
• Steward contractor performance and take appropriate corrective actions when necessary
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation

Technical Skills:

• 5 - 15 years of prior project management experience
• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Strong understanding of projects & project management
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements 

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to understand complex technical documents, drawings, etc.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address project challenges

Behavioral Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Willing to travel to project sites when needed
• Geographically mobile; willing to travel and relocate globally 

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

• Prior experience in any of the following project management roles: Modular Construction/Fabrication Engineer, Onshore Pipeline Construction Engineer, Offshore Installation Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Project Quality Engineer, Contracts Engineer
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, MBA)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and virtual collaboration platforms

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you: 

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life. 
• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match. 
• Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as "Flex your Day", providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. 
• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing. 
• Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you. 
• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

More information on our Company's benefits can be found at www.exxonmobilfamily.com

Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

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