Design Engineer Jobs in Louisiana

Design Engineer jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Lake Charles, where petrochemical, industrial manufacturing, and energy infrastructure drive steady demand for mechanical, process, and structural design specialists at every level from junior to principal. Employers such as ExxonMobil, Turner Industries, and Jacobs Engineering maintain a lasting presence in the state and hire design engineers on a recurring basis. Openings range from early-career positions supporting plant expansion projects to senior roles leading capital design programs across the Gulf Coast industrial corridor. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles10
Top employerAECOM
Top cityBaton Rouge, LA
Cities hiring6
Work type71% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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Project Engineer – Civil/Structural | High-Voltage Substation Design
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Project Engineer – Civil/Structural | High-Voltage Substation Design
CLC Engineering, LLC
Alexandria, Louisiana
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$80k - $110k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Ryder System
Lead Solutions Design Engineer - SIMIO Warehouse & Transportation Simulation (REMOTE)
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Lead Solutions Design Engineer - SIMIO Warehouse & Transportation Simulation (REMOTE)
Ryder System
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $124k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering

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Forum Energy Technologies
Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Forum Energy Technologies
Broussard, Louisiana
Creative & Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group
Design Engineer - Substation
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Design Engineer - Substation
Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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BEIER INTEGRATED SYSTEMS
Automation Design Engineer II - BR
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Automation Design Engineer II - BR
BEIER INTEGRATED SYSTEMS
Gray, Louisiana
Software Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Design Engineer Jobs by City in Louisiana

Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Baton Rouge
4 jobs
Broussard
2 jobs
Gray
1 job
Alexandria
1 job
New Iberia
1 job
New Orleans
1 job

Design Engineer Job Market in Louisiana

A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

AECOM
AECOM1 open role
Aggreko
Aggreko1 open role
Arcadis
Arcadis1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Louisiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in design engineer jobs across Louisiana.

  • Engineer Intern or Professional Engineer license recognized by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, electrical, or chemical engineering from an accredited program
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or AVEVA for detailed design and drafting
  • Experience with process or structural design in petrochemical, refinery, or industrial facility environments
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and project specifications
  • Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as ASME, AISC, or API relevant to Louisiana energy sectors

Design Engineer Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a design engineer in Louisiana?

You become a design engineer in Louisiana by earning an accredited engineering bachelor's degree and pursuing licensure through the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board, which administers the Fundamentals of Engineering exam for Engineer Intern registration and the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam for full Professional Engineer licensure. Many Louisiana employers in the petrochemical and industrial sectors expect or encourage PE licensure for engineers who stamp drawings or lead design packages.

Which companies hire design engineers in Louisiana?

Companies currently hiring design engineers in Louisiana include AECOM, Aggreko, and Arcadis, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Louisiana's concentration of refineries, chemical plants, and industrial fabrication yards means large engineering contractors and owner-operators in the Baton Rouge and Lake Charles corridors are among the most consistent sources of openings.

Which Louisiana cities have the most design engineer jobs?

Baton Rouge, Broussard, and Gray have the most design engineer openings in Louisiana. Baton Rouge anchors the market as home to major refining and petrochemical complexes, while New Orleans draws work through port infrastructure and architectural engineering firms, and Lake Charles supports openings tied to LNG export terminals and industrial construction projects along the Calcasieu Ship Channel.

Are there remote design engineer jobs in Louisiana?

Yes, but they are rare. Design engineering in Louisiana is heavily tied to on-site fieldwork, plant walk-downs, and hands-on coordination with fabrication and construction teams, which limits full remote options. About 29% of design engineer openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with the remote-eligible work concentrated in early-phase conceptual design, drafting review, and document control rather than detailed field engineering.

How can I get hired as a design engineer in Louisiana with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or engineer-in-training roles with large industrial contractors such as Turner Industries or Jacobs, which run structured rotational and mentorship programs at Louisiana plant sites. Lateral moves from drafting technician, CAD specialist, or construction inspector roles are common stepping stones. Completing your Engineer Intern registration with the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board signals commitment to the profession and strengthens early-career applications significantly.

Where can I find and apply to design engineer jobs in Louisiana?

You can find and apply to design engineer jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up is needed to see available positions.

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