ChampionX Corporation

Engineer Manager I_Projects

ChampionX Corporation • $110K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering required
  • Minimum seven years managing projects up to $10 million in the specialty chemicals, petrochemicals, or refining industries
  • Commitment to SLB PCT safety and health policies
  • Adherence to SLB PCT Quality Improvement Process
  • Familiarity with SLB project work processes and procedures for project execution

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning and execution of capital projects for Freeport, Odessa, and Sugar Land sites
  • Supervise a regional team of up to four project engineers on smaller projects
  • Manage a portfolio of 3 to 6 medium- to high-complexity projects
  • Oversee a multi-year program with a total investment cost up to $10 million
  • Collaborate with engineering and construction firms for project aspects
  • Train and coach junior engineers on SLB project processes
  • Identify and mitigate project risks throughout execution

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with up to 2 remote days
  • Paid training and access to expert professionals
  • Best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
  • Emphasis on sustainability and a safety-focused culture
  • Opportunities for career impact and growth
  • Diversity and inclusion initiatives and employee resource groups
  • Comprehensive benefits starting day 1, including medical and 401(k) options
Full Job Description

Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.


We are looking for an Engineering Manager I – Capital Projects located in Sugar Land, TX. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.


The Engineering Manager I will lead the planning and execution of capital projects while managing a regional team supporting the Freeport, Odessa, and Sugar Land sites. This role will be responsible for managing complex projects and multi-year programs, developing project teams, managing project risks, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, effectively, and in accordance with established project work processes.


What’s in it For You:

  • Hybrid work schedule possible with a maximum of 2 days remote
  • Enjoy paid training allowing you to learn from successful professionals
  • Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
  • Thrive in a company that values sustainability and drives a safety-focused culture
  • The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
  • The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
  • Access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), facilitating collaboration and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Utilization of multiple knowledge-sharing platforms to enhance collaboration and engagement across teams
  • Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment, including medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), and more

What You Will Do:

  • Serve as a working group lead, managing projects while supervising a regional team of up to four contingent project engineers who are working on smaller capital projects for the Freeport, Odessa, and Sugar Land sites
  • Lead an integrated project team for one high-complexity project up to $10 million USD
  • Manage a portfolio of 3 to 6 medium- to high-complexity projects from study phase through construction with a total portfolio value up to $10 million USD
  • Manage a multi-year program of greater than 3 years with a total TIC of up to $10 million USD
  • Manage projects that are executed in phases over multiple years with a value of no more than $10 million USD
  • Work with global and local engineering and construction firms to manage all aspects of front-end development, detailed design, procurement, scheduling, quality assurance, safety, cost control, and construction
  • Build and lead an integrated team of contingent project engineers
  • Train and coach junior engineers on SLB PCT project work processes and tools
  • Partner with Procurement and Legal to establish labor and services contracts for capital projects
  • Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies during all stages of project execution
  • Develop schedules, cost estimates, and detailed execution plans for projects and multi-year programs up to $10 million USD
  • Lead projects autonomously while effectively managing stakeholders and driving project outcomes

Position Details:

  • Hybrid work schedule available with up to 2 remote days per week
  • Supports capital projects across the Freeport, Odessa, and Sugar Land sites
  • May require occasional travel to project locations and manufacturing facilities

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • Seven years of experience managing projects up to $10 million USD in specialty chemicals, petrochemicals, or refining industries
  • Commitment to following SLB PCT safety and health policies and the guiding principles of Goal Zero
  • Commitment to following the SLB PCT Quality Improvement Process
  • Commitment to following SLB PCT project work processes and procedures for the front-end development and execution of projects

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • Experience managing and delivering automation and digital projects, including DCS and PLC projects
  • Experience in Program Management
  • Experience with Laboratory Projects
  • Experience in Production, Operations, or Manufacturing
  • Supervisory experience
  • Experience working in SAP
  • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and effectively in an international setting
  • Strong written and oral communication skills in English
  • Knowledge of constructability and construction safety practices and procedures
  • Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and risk management capabilities

About ChampionX Corporation

ChampionX Corporation provides chemistry programs and services to the oil and gas industry. The company offers reservoir management, production and midstream chemicals, artificial lift, and automation technologies. ChampionX Corporation was formerly known as Apergy Corporation and changed its name to ChampionX Corporation in January 2020. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Learn more about ChampionX Corporation
Size
7,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$743.9 million
5 Year Trend
+32.6%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
NASDAQ

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