Title: Senior Project Engineer
Location: Freeport, TX
Salary: $135,000 - $170,000
Schedule: 9/80 or 5-8s
Relocation Available
The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for leading and executing capital and expense projects across Olin's Texas Operations - a large, integrated chemical manufacturing complex. Leveraging established project management and Front-End Loading (FEL) practices, this role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and on budget while meeting all technical, regulatory, and operational requirements. This position supports multiple operating units within an OSHA PSM/EPA RMP regulated facility and plays a key role in maintaining compliance throughout the project lifecycle. The Senior Projects Engineer also serves as a mentor to other project engineers and collaborates closely with experienced project managers within the Project Management Center of Excellence to drive consistency, quality, and continuous improvement across the portfolio.
What You’ll Do
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Manage Site capital and expense projects from concept through execution by defining scope, estimates, schedules, procurement needs, and construction plans while applying FEL and maintaining change‑management practices
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Ensure all project activities comply with EHS requirements, OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, industry standards, and internal engineering and regulatory practices
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Coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Center of Excellence, and external partners to ensure safe, effective project implementation
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Monitor and report project progress, risks, and performance metrics while conducting risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies
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Provide project engineering expertise through technical reviews, hazard analyses, troubleshooting, and driving improvements in reliability, operability, and maintainability.
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Mentor and guide other Projects Engineers and early‑career engineers in project methodology, technical decision‑making, and stakeholder engagement.
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Support site initiatives including turnarounds, shutdown planning, as Manufacturing Representatives and/or Project Managers across site‑level projects.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's Degree* in Engineering; Chemical, Mechanical or Civil preferred
7+ years of experience in project engineering related roles; Chemical manufacturing or related industry experience preferred
Demonstrated experience delivering capital projects using FEL methodologies; Strong knowledge of project management principles and tools.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of ownership across multi-discipline teams.
Strong understanding of OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices (RAGAGEP).
Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Project Management Professional certification preferred
Must possess a valid US driver's license and be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
All In With Olin
Olin is a global leader in chemical manufacturing and ammunition, with a legacy built on innovation, safety, and accountability. With over 7,000 employees worldwide, we invest in people who are ready to go All In for their careers, their teams, and their communities.
An All-In Investment in Your Future
At Olin, total rewards go beyond a paycheck. Our comprehensive benefits support your health, financial well‑being, and long‑term success. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.
Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.
Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
