Operations Engineer - Houston, United States - FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies, Inc.

Description

Job Description

**This is not a remote position. Cheyenne, WY locals only**

Why FlexSteel??

FlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate and is felt daily throughout our company. Our employees thrive on excitement and contribute to a positive atmosphere by believing in our product and taking their role as a FlexSteel ambassador seriously. If you are a team player, self-starter and can put safety above all, this position is for you. As a , you will be a part of a team that is essential to the success of FlexSteel. To see if you are a good fit for this position, please see below

SUMMARY

Support field installations, investigations, and planning activities as necessary to meet company and client needs. Service as technical lead on special projects and new service offerings. Develop and implement installation procedures, support equipment, and documentation to facilitate the understanding and installation of FlexSteel pipe in all environments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual in this position must use initiative and judgment arranging job details to achieve predetermined objectives. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Diligent planning and communication
• Effective development of Field Operations procedures, processes, systems, and documentation
• Lead troubleshooting and issue resolution efforts for installation and operational anomalies
• Aid in the development and improvement of installation and handling equipment
• Assume ownership of projects and assignments to assure efficient and effective completion
• Ensure conservative engineering practices relevant to the processes, designs, quality plans and safety considerations are implemented in accordance with company and statutory requirements.
• Modeling and design of field equipment and installation scenarios.
• Provide technical support to other functional groups and clients when needed.
• High level of computer literacy desired.
• Attend client meetings as company technical representative.
• Travel as necessary to support field operations, customer meetings, and supplier evaluations.
• Ensure a "Safety First" attitude is emphasized in all activities and communications.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• High technical ability required including:
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, drawings, regulatory documents
• Write professional quality technical reports
• Respond, as a technical expert, to technical questions from colleagues, management and designers.
• Communicate design improvements and discrepancies to designers and other engineers.
• Effectively operate within a dynamic, multi-tasking team environment.
• Aptitude to learn new design tools to broaden experience.
• Ability to effectively present information and communicate at all levels in a constructive manner.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Mechanical or Civil (Structural) Engineering, plus three to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Pipeline and/or Petroleum production system offshore construction experience
• Understanding of computer systems as they relate to technical documentation, system modeling, equipment design, data analysis, and file maintenance.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including fabrication, machining, and various mechanical systems.
• SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Expect 30%+ travel
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Domestic and International travel as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Plant/Shop/Field Services:
  • Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock.
  • Regularly exposed to wet and humid conditions (outside weather conditions); high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration.
  • Occasionally exposed to the risk of radiation or electrical shock.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
• Office:
  • Normally work in an office environment or from home as needed by the business; however, occasionally may work at a branch location or manufacturing facility.
  • Occasionally may be exposed to hazards such as loud noise, heavy equipment, temperature extremes, chemicals, etc., while visiting a branch location or manufacturing facility.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Disclaimer:Flexsteel Pipeline Technologies, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may, and probably will be asked to perform other duties as required. Each employee, regardless of classification, is required to maintain a safe, orderly and clean workplace, using safety precautions and observing safety rules at all times.