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Socotec

Senior Associate

Houston, TX · On-site

... engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty ... Provide visibility to Principal in charge of status, timelines, key concerns * Assist in billing ...

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DOCUMENT CONTROL SPECIALIST

Houston, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Request the correction of all the issues detected to the engineer in charge of the project. * Create cover sheets, document renaming. * Create data books of entire projects. * Process, rename and ...

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DOCUMENT CONTROL SPECIALIST

Houston, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Request the correction of all the issues detected to the engineer in charge of the project. * Create cover sheets, document renaming. * Create data books of entire projects. * Process, rename and ...

Saipem

Offshore Methods Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

Risk Assessment In charge of: * Issue, update & follow-up of the procedures and documents related to the scope * Installation Engineering development and studies related to the scope; * Prepare ...

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What is an engineer in charge?

An Engineer In Charge is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing engineering projects or operations, ensuring that all technical aspects are executed safely, efficiently, and according to specifications. They coordinate with various teams, supervise the work of engineers and technicians, and are often accountable for project timelines, budgets, and regulatory compliance. The Engineer In Charge acts as the main technical authority on-site and makes critical decisions to resolve any engineering challenges that arise during a project.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an engineer in charge?

To thrive as an Engineer In Charge, you need a solid background in engineering principles, project management, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree and licensure. Familiarity with industry-standard design software, project management tools like MS Project or Primavera, and safety management systems is crucial. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help in managing teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. These competencies ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget while meeting technical and legal standards.

What are some common challenges faced by an engineer in charge when managing multidisciplinary teams on large projects?

As an Engineer In Charge, you may often encounter challenges coordinating between various engineering disciplines and ensuring clear communication among team members with different technical backgrounds. Balancing project timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints requires strong organizational skills and proactive problem-solving. Additionally, you’ll need to address unforeseen technical issues quickly while keeping stakeholders informed and maintaining team morale. Developing effective leadership and conflict-resolution skills is essential for overcoming these challenges and delivering successful project outcomes.

What is the difference between Engineer In Charge vs Site Engineer?

AspectEngineer In ChargeSite Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, relevant certificationsEngineering degree, site-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees entire project, manages teamsManages daily site activities, supervises workers
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, engineering firms, project managementConstruction sites, civil engineering projects
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in projectsUnderstanding on-site management roles

The Engineer In Charge typically holds a higher-level managerial role overseeing the entire project, while the Site Engineer focuses on daily site operations and supervision. Both roles require engineering credentials and are integral to construction and engineering projects, but their responsibilities and scope differ.

What cities near Houston, TX are hiring for Engineer In Charge jobs?

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Infographic showing various Engineer In Charge job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Inspection Shift Engineer (7am-7pm)

Sugar Land, TX • On-site

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.
Telecommunications • 1 - 5K employees
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$64K - $83K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Summary

We are looking for a Shift Inspection Engineer who will be in charge of our compound semiconductor Laser Wafer and Chip visual inspection to expand the capabilities of our semi-automated defect detection system in a cleanroom environment. Main tasks include visual inspection production line training for variety of product families, product inspection yield monitoring and improvement, inspection algorithm improvement, and regular inspection, maintenance, and optimization of tools/equipment.

Job Duties

  • Learn current inspection system and implement improvement for defect inspection overkill and escape

  • Development of visual inspection recipes for new products

  • Perform sampling review of chip photos from daily production and continuously collect escaped and overkilled photos for AI model building and retraining to reduce misdetection rate

  • Review work orders rejected by Outgoing Quality Control department

  • Troubleshooting for work orders with inspection issues

  • Ensure production line meet uptime, cycle time and quality metrics, have the sense of urgency on resolution of production issues

  • Inspection yield report analysis on a weekly basis

  • Current inspection of hardware tool routine maintenance and new tool qualification

  • Document process changes/updates in format of Standard Operating Procedure

  • Technical training for operators and technicians

  • Regularly and effectively communicate status of activities/project updates with colleagues

  • Overtime may be needed for production line needs

Qualifications

  • Required: Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science

  • Software/ Hardware Knowledge:

    • Microsoft Access or SQL preferred

  • Skills/ Abilities:

    • Knowledge of cameras, lenses, optics, lighting, and others for image capture and processing

    • DOE and data analysis capability

    • Trouble-shoot capability

Location

This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

WHY AOI?

  • Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual needs

  • Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals

  • Unused PTO payout at end of the year

  • Relocation package available within US

  • Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)

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