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Primary Services

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 Join a fast-paced, global organization where your procurement expertise directly impacts major energy infrastructure projects. Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic sourcing solutions for a global leader in power generation and renewable energy&mdash;while enjoying the stability of a well-established industry leader and the opportunity to influence high-value decisions.
 
 
 
 
 
 Primary Services is excited to announce the role of
 
 Procurement Specialist
 
 for our client, a prominent player in the global energy sector. In this role, you will manage contract renewals, execute sourcing strategies, and support operational continuity for multiple power generation sites. Your expertise will help drive cost efficiencies, ensure compliance, and strengthen supplier partnerships in a dynamic, high-impact environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lead procurement activities for Operations &amp; Maintenance contracts supporting integrated power plants.
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 Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies for critical service areas.
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 Coordinate cross-functional input from legal, technical, and finance teams to ensure alignment and mitigate risk.
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 Negotiate and manage vendor relationships to secure cost-effective, compliant agreements.
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 Track and report spend, KPIs, and cost savings opportunities.
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 Ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and contract requirements.
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 Act as the primary contact for U.S. procurement initiatives, collaborating with global procurement teams.
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 Monitor supplier performance and maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
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 Minimum of 5 years of procurement, sourcing, or contract management experience.
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 Experience in energy, utilities, or large infrastructure projects strongly preferred.
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 Knowledge of O&amp;M contract structures and vendor management practices.
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 Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and implement cost savings initiatives.
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 Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP or procurement system experience preferred.
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 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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 Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Procurement Specialist - Oil and Gas

Caterpillar

<div>Career Area:
Marketing
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do &ndash; but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here &ndash; we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
About Caterpillar Oil &amp; Gas and Marine
Caterpillar&rsquo;s Oil and Gas division, provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership. Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry.
The Caterpillar Oil &amp; Gas and Marine Division has an exciting opportunity for a Product Marketing Specialist located in Houston, Texas. As a member of the Global Marketing Communications team, the Product Marketing Specialist supports the introduction and maintenance of product-focused marketing materials by collaborating with product managers, engineers and commercial and sales teams to ensure our products&rsquo; features and benefits messages are clearly communicated to the target audiences. This role is the key liaison between product development and the marketing department in the development of a variety of sales support and marketing materials for new and existing products and services. You will play a key role in collaboration with the marketing campaign team to deliver product content across a range of marketing channels to meet new product go-to-market strategy goals.
What You Will Do:<ul><li>
Create educational and product marketing content across platforms, ensuring clear, consistent communication of product value and features to internal, external and dealer audiences.</li><li>
Partner with key stakeholders and agencies to plan and execute both the development of new and the maintenance of existing materials including spec sheets, brochures, dealer selling guides, webpages and related product-focused content.</li><li>
Perform market and competitive research to inform strategy.</li><li>
Lead marketing content efforts across channels.</li><li>
Manage photography and video production and manage these assets through marketing distribution systems.</li><li>
Oversee marketing budgets to meet product marketing strategies.</li></ul>
What You Will Have:
Promotion and Marketing Communications: Knowledge of different promotional and marketing communication techniques; ability to use different marketing channels and tools in combination to focus on how a business communicates a message to the market.
Level Working Knowledge:<ul><li>
Assesses alternative delivery mechanisms for promotional and marketing communications.</li><li>
Assists in the development of marketing communication materials.</li></ul>
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Level Working Knowledge:<ul><li>
Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.</li><li>
Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.</li></ul>
Creativity: Knowledge of the approaches, tools, and techniques for promoting creative, original thinking and ability to apply it to a variety of business situations.
Level Working Knowledge:<ul><li>
Shares ideas and is open to other opinions and views.</li><li>
Analyzes own assignments and work environment for creative changes.</li></ul>
Customer Focus: Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in business decisions and ability to leverage that information in creating customized solutions.
Level Working Knowledge:<ul><li>
Communicates the importance of customer needs/expectations and commits to resolving them.</li><li>
Researches and verifies customer needs and expectations.</li></ul>
Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Level Basic Understanding:<ul><li>
Demonstrates a basic understanding of the concept of collaborative processes.</li></ul>
Vendor/Supplier Management: Knowledge of external provider management processes and ability to effectively manage the business relationship with external providers (e.g. vendors, service providers, contractors, consultants and suppliers).
Level Basic Understanding:<ul><li>
Identifies the roles and responsibilities of own and vendor or supplier's staff.</li></ul>
Top Candidates Will Also Have:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in marketing, communications, a related field or equivalent working experience.</li><li>
3-5 years marketing, communications or related experience ideally in a product marketing focused role.</li><li>
Ability to simplify information for communication with different audiences using a variety of channels.</li><li>
Strong project and prioritization management, collaboration and creative skills.</li><li>
Experience working and communicating with all levels of an organization.</li><li>
Background in the oil, gas and/or marine industries is desirable and will enhance success in this role.</li></ul>
Additional Information<ul><li>
The primary location for this position is Houston, Texas.</li><li>
This position is on-site 5 days a week.</li><li>
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.</li></ul>
This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.
As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers .
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world&rsquo;s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we have been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$87,480.00 - $131,280.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.<ul><li>
Medical, dental, and vision benefits*</li><li>
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*</li><li>
401(k) savings plans*</li><li>
Health Savings Account (HSA)*</li><li>
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*</li><li>
Health Lifestyle Programs*</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program*</li><li>
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*</li><li>
Career Development*</li><li>
Incentive bonus*</li><li>
Disability benefits</li><li>
Life Insurance</li><li>
Parental leave</li><li>
Adoption benefits</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>These benefits also apply to part-time employees</li></ul>
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
Posting Dates:
August 27, 2025 - September 9, 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Product Marketing Specialist

Burns & McDonnell

<div>Description
Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned.
Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:
1898 &amp; Co. 1898 &amp; Co. is a global business, technology and security consultancy serving critical infrastructure industries. We partner with clients from all sectors of the economy (utilities, manufacturing, oil, gas and chemicals, ports, and government) to plan, secure and optimize their business. We turn business and technology insights into strategic solutions for critical infrastructure industries.
Energy
The Energy group is responsible for the planning, design and startup of power generation technologies including gas turbines, solar, batteries, hydrogen, carbon capture and nuclear plant services.
Global Facilities
The Global Facilities group is responsible for the planning and design of manufacturing facilities, administrative buildings, district energy systems, data centers, and mission-critical facilities. They work in a variety of industries including food and beverage, consumer products, healthcare, commercial, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and aerospace manufacturing industries.
Oil, Gas &amp; Chemical
The Oil, Gas &amp; Chemical group is responsible for the planning and design of facilities across the oil, gas and chemicals spectrum, from gas plants and midstream facilities to refining assets, chemical production plants, and stand-alone storage and logistics facilities.
Transmission &amp; Distribution
The Transmission &amp; Distribution group is responsible for the planning and design of electrical transmission projects in power delivery, including overhead transmission, underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunication &amp; network engineering, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, grid modernization and more.
<ul><li>Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation, Power Point presentation.</li>
<li>Assist with responses to general questions.</li>
<li>Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.</li>
<li>Present solutions to concerns.</li>
<li>Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.</li>
<li>Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.</li>
<li>Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.</li>
<li>Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned</li>
<li>Complies with all policies and standards</li>
</ul>Qualifications
<ul><li>Pursuit of Bachelor's or Master&rsquo;s degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an accredited program.</li>
<li>Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department.</li>
<li>Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.</li>
<li>Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Strong problem solving and analytical skills.</li>
<li>Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership skills.</li>
<li>Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.</li>
<li>Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.</li>
<li>Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.</li>
</ul>Benefits
Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit the Benefits &amp; Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Intern
Primary Location US-TX-Houston
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Req ID: 252995
Job Hire Type Intern #LI-JB #COR</div>

Electrical Engineering Intern (Houston)

TKE Engineering & Design

Job Description:Successful candidate is proficient in all aspects of the electrical and instrumentation design of, as well as specification and procurement of equipment required for such facilities. Works with engineers, designers, clients, contractors, and vendors to establish solutions. Consult with senior electrical engineers and designers for leadership and mentoring. Design low and medium voltage systems, one lines, motor schematics, plans and elevations, installation details, drawing lists, cable sizing, and other basic electrical calculations.Areas included, but not limited to, are:1) Medium and Low Voltage Switchgear and Motor Control Centers.2) PLC computers for control and automation.3) Instrumentation such as pressure transmitters, flow elements, control valves, etc.4) Un-interruptible Power Systems.5) Facility Operations Narratives including HAZOP philosophy and Cause and Effect Charts.6) Drawings such as Wiring Diagrams, Motor Schematics, Plot Plans for conduit &amp; cable routing and Conduit &amp; Cable Schedules, etc.7) Detail drawingsRequirements:- AutoCAD experience- experience in Midstream Oil &amp; Gas Industry- experience with meter sites and compressor stations- minimum of 2 yrs. experience required*** Flexible Fridays offered - half day Fridays as long as you meet your 40 hrsJob Type: Full-timePay: $40.00 - $55.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Pay may depend on skills and/or qualificationsWork Location: In person

Electrical Designer

SpoolTech

Job Title: Marketing SpecialistLocation: NW Houston, TX (Onsite)Salary Range: $50,000 &ndash; $65,000 per year Benefits: Health, dental, PTO, and more---About UsWe&rsquo;re a privately held, fast-growing industrial manufacturing company serving the oil &amp; gas industry. We&rsquo;re looking for a fresh, creative mind to join our team and bring our brand to life through social media, marketing campaigns, and customer engagement. If you&rsquo;re a recent graduate with a passion for creativity, storytelling, and digital media&mdash;and you&rsquo;re ready to hit the ground running&mdash;this could be your perfect role.---Position OverviewThe Marketing Specialist will be the creative engine behind our online and offline marketing efforts. You&rsquo;ll develop content, manage campaigns, and work closely with our sales team to ensure our message resonates with customers. This is an onsite role in NW Houston&mdash;perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative, hands-on environment.---Key Responsibilities&middot; Manage and create engaging social media content across LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and X&middot; Write blog articles and develop creative marketing content&middot; Design and execute e-mail marketing campaigns and digital ads&middot; Assist with graphic design projects using Canva, Adobe Photoshop, and similar tools&middot; Capture and edit photos and videos using digital cameras and editing software&middot; Work closely with the Director of Sales and sales team to align marketing with business goals&middot; Organize company and customer events/functions&middot; Track and report marketing performance metrics&middot; Maintain brand consistency across all platforms---Qualifications&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.&middot; Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word&middot; Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Photoshop (or similar design tools), and basic video editing&middot; Knowledge of major social media platforms: LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, X&middot; Excellent written and verbal communication skills&middot; Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines&middot; Creative, enthusiastic, and willing to think outside the box&middot; Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision&middot; Outgoing, personable, and receptive to constructive feedback---Why You&rsquo;ll Love Working Here&middot; Competitive salary and full benefits package&middot; Creative freedom to bring your ideas to life&middot; Direct collaboration with leadership and the sales team&middot; Opportunity to make a visible impact on the company&rsquo;s brand&middot; Positive, team-oriented culture that values fresh perspectives---How to Apply: Submit your resume, a short cover letter telling us why you&rsquo;d be a great fit, and samples of your creative work (social media, design, blogs, videos, etc.) if available.Job Type: Full-timePay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Marketing Specialist

The Hunton Group

<div><div><div><div><ul>HS<li>
Luce Street, Houston, TX 77087, USA</li><li>
Hourly</li><li>
Full Time</li><li>
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed with you in mind: starting after just 60 days, you'll receive medical, dental, and vision coverage. After 90 days, you'll gain access to our 401(k) plan, PTO, life insurance, and both short and long-term disability coverage. Plus, take advantage of 10 paid holidays from day one!</li></ul><div><div> 
</div></div></div><div>Hunton Services, a division of the Hunton Group in Houston, TX (www.huntongroup.com), is seeking to hire an experienced Absorption Chiller Mechanic to support our growing team. As an industry leader recognized both locally and nationally as one of the Top Places to Work, we offer a dynamic, growth-oriented environment where you can develop your career and make a lasting impact.

If you have extensive experience in servicing, repairing, and maintaining Industrial Absorption Refrigeration Chillers, and you're looking to join a forward-thinking company that values safety, quality, and customer relationships, we want to hear from you! This role involves travel throughout the Greater Houston area, including Baytown and Brazoria County (Angleton, Clute, Freeport, and Lake Jackson).
Key Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on Trane, York, and Thermax Absorption Chillers to ensure optimal performance.</li>
<li>Conduct preventive maintenance, including logging machine data, pulling samples, and adding chemicals as needed to maintain system efficiency.</li>
<li>Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cooling water, steam, purge pumps, and chemical imbalances.</li>
<li>Diagnose and repair mechanical issues such as pump removals, bearing and seal replacements, and impeller condition checks.</li>
<li>Perform startup and shutdown procedures for Absorption Chillers and retrofit factory chiller controls as needed.</li>
<li>Maintain detailed service records, providing customers with accurate reports on repairs, maintenance activities, and system performance.</li>
<li>Ensure the proper management of lithium bromide concentration levels to maintain system efficiency and prevent crystallization.</li>
<li>Work independently to minimize downtime and optimize the operation of cooling systems in the oil and gas refinery sector.</li>
<li>Comply with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards in every aspect of your work.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications &amp; Skills:
<ul>
<li>5-8 years of hands-on experience working with Trane, York, and Thermax Absorption Chillers and/or other OEM Absorbers.</li>
<li>Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills to address complex system issues.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of lithium bromide concentration management, absorption cycle operations, and refrigeration cycles.</li>
<li>Experience in oil and gas refinery settings is a plus.</li>
<li>Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.</li>
<li>Universal EPA refrigerant certification is required.</li>
<li>Ability to obtain a TWIC card.</li>
<li>Must possess a valid Texas driver's license with a clean driving record (no violations in the last 3 years).</li>
<li>Strong commitment to safety and compliance with industry standards.</li>
<li>Ammonia refrigeration experience and additional OEM certifications are a plus.</li>
<li>Must be willing to work overtime as needed to meet customer demands.</li></ul></div></div></div></div>

Absorption Chiller Mechanic - Hunton Services

UpTalent

Material PlannerThis is an exceptional opportunity to work with an Oil&amp;Gas Services company in Houston, TexasJob Description:Pay Rate: $40/hr plus Medical, Dental and Vision under a W-2 Contract to HireHours: Monday-Friday 7am-4pmHigher Level Position: This is a role where the worker will be forecasting and planning the materials and budget for a manufacturing facilityJob Summary:As a Material Planner, you will be responsible for:<ul><li>Establishing the jobs induction plan based on available resources / workload to meet the CWD (Customer Want Date) and for stable operation.</li></ul><ul><li>Responding to queries about the planning. collecting, analyzing, and recording data on the progress of jobs</li></ul><ul><li>Analyzing process data to demonstrate process capability and identifying root cause deviations from production plan and implements corrective initiatives</li></ul><ul><li>Working with F&amp;P (Forecasting &amp; Planning) team to ensure the projected volumes each shop per plan.</li></ul><ul><li>Conducting daily production meeting, share the minutes of meeting, and follow -up on actions and attending the repair execution review and provide an update on each job</li></ul><ul><li>Updating of the ERP system relevant to each job orders and ensuring efficient translation of jobs order in ERP system by different stakeholders to reflect actual jobs status.</li></ul><ul><li>Negotiating amendments to proposed completion date with internal &amp; external customers.</li></ul><ul><li>Working with engineering team on spare advance ordering process and operations to optimize the utilization of shop machineries to ensure each job will be executed within budget hours and cycle.</li></ul><ul><li>Working with the material / operations team to ensure the necessary consumables / spares are available on-time for each job.</li></ul>Job Requirements:<ul><li>Have a degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED) and 3+ yrs of experience in materials planning and execution in a manufacturing environment</li></ul><ul><li>Have good interpersonal skills, inclusive working style and able to effectively interface with all levels of organization and customers</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in Gas Turbine Manufacturing Procedures is a plus.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in ERP systems, preferably Oracle</li></ul>Note that if you get hired you must undergo a background check, a driving records check and a drug screeningJob Type: ContractPay: $40.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Material Planner

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