Our client, a well-established privately held petrochemical company, is seeking a Senior Plant Engineer to support its Alabama-based refinery operations. The role focuses on project engineering and management, equipment reliability, and leadership in both daily operations and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering projects from scope development through execution, including cost estimating, scheduling, and construction oversight.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and system reliability issues.
• Support unit shutdowns, turnarounds, and maintenance activities.
• Conduct root cause analyses and recommend solutions.
• Serve as a technical expert across multiple areas and mentor junior staff.
• Supervise contractors and lead cross-functional teams as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• 7–16 years of engineering experience in refining, chemical, or similar industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes, equipment reliability, and project management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• P.E. license and PMP certification highly preferred
• Experience with MS Project, Primavera P6, Caesar, Aspen, or similar software