Field Engineer Jobs in Louisiana
Field Engineer jobs in Louisiana concentrate in the energy corridors of New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette, where oil and gas infrastructure, petrochemical facilities, and industrial automation drive consistent demand at every level from entry-level technicians to senior project leads. Major employers with deep Louisiana roots include Chevron, Shell, and Honeywell, all of whom maintain ongoing field operations across the Gulf Coast region. The most in-demand specialties are pipeline integrity, instrumentation and controls, and telecommunications systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
Job Title: Field Engineer I - Data Center Services
Reports To:
Branch Manager/Department Manager
General Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Field Engineer will be able to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems in a senior service support. This includes testing, troubleshooting of system components and functions and field verification of connections, labels, installation and work quality.
- The Field Engineer I - Will understand advanced system drawings, specifications and technical documentation. They will be able to create shop drawings and submittals for new project kick-off.
- The Field Engineer I - Will be skilled at managing the technical work in the field with little supervision
- The Field Engineer I- Work could include work both “in house” and in the field when
- The Field Engineer I- Will assume ownership of project installation giving support to field staff and project manager. This includes providing advanced support for field installation
- The Field Engineer I- Will assist with maintaining and completing project punch-list for project close outs.
- The Field Engineer I- Will oversee the technical aspects of
- The Field Engineer I- Will quality-check the projects, test all equipment and functionality and create punch lists.
- The Field Engineer I -Will assist sales staff as needed with product and system.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Must have proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.
- Must be able to diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new
- Must be enthusiastic, passionate, patient and a critical
- Must be able to communicate with the customer and have excellent customer service
- Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
- Must be able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree
- Will have at least 3-4 year’s commercial low voltage/structured cabling
- Must be able to work well with other people
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
- Must meet Company minimum driving
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects
- Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks and manage these to final completion and customer turnover.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Must have proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.
- Must be able to diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new installs.
- Must be enthusiastic, passionate, patient and a critical thinker.
- Must be able to communicate with the customer and have excellent customer service skills.
- Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
- Must able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
- Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Will have at least 3-4 year’s commercial low-voltage/structured cabling experience.
- Must be able to work well with other people
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and MS Project).
- Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
- Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks and manage these to completion and customer turnover.
Job Description
Job Title: Field Engineer I - Data Center Services
Reports To:
Branch Manager/Department Manager
General Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Field Engineer will be able to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems in a senior service support. This includes testing, troubleshooting of system components and functions and field verification of connections, labels, installation and work quality.
- The Field Engineer I - Will understand advanced system drawings, specifications and technical documentation. They will be able to create shop drawings and submittals for new project kick-off.
- The Field Engineer I - Will be skilled at managing the technical work in the field with little supervision
- The Field Engineer I- Work could include work both “in house” and in the field when
- The Field Engineer I- Will assume ownership of project installation giving support to field staff and project manager. This includes providing advanced support for field installation
- The Field Engineer I- Will assist with maintaining and completing project punch-list for project close outs.
- The Field Engineer I- Will oversee the technical aspects of
- The Field Engineer I- Will quality-check the projects, test all equipment and functionality and create punch lists.
- The Field Engineer I -Will assist sales staff as needed with product and system.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Must have proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.
- Must be able to diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new
- Must be enthusiastic, passionate, patient and a critical
- Must be able to communicate with the customer and have excellent customer service
- Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
- Must be able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree
- Will have at least 3-4 year’s commercial low voltage/structured cabling
- Must be able to work well with other people
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
- Must meet Company minimum driving
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects
- Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks and manage these to final completion and customer turnover.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Must have proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.
- Must be able to diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new installs.
- Must be enthusiastic, passionate, patient and a critical thinker.
- Must be able to communicate with the customer and have excellent customer service skills.
- Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
- Must able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
- Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Will have at least 3-4 year’s commercial low-voltage/structured cabling experience.
- Must be able to work well with other people
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and MS Project).
- Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
- Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks and manage these to completion and customer turnover.
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Field Engineer Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Medical Devices
- Construction & Real Estate
- Electronics & Hardware
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in field engineer jobs across Louisiana.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited program
- Active Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board
- Hands-on experience with oil and gas, petrochemical, or industrial field operations
- Proficiency with field instrumentation, SCADA systems, or industrial control equipment
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to remote or offshore job sites
- Strong technical documentation skills for field reports, inspections, and compliance records
Field Engineer Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a field engineer in Louisiana?
Most field engineer roles in Louisiana require a bachelor's degree in engineering, followed by licensure through the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board, which administers the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Candidates typically gain relevant experience in the oil and gas or industrial sectors before sitting for the PE exam. Some employers hire engineers-in-training directly out of accredited programs and support licensure from there.
Which companies hire field engineers in Louisiana?
Louisiana field engineer roles are posted by Elekta, Kiewit, and Five S and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Louisiana's Gulf Coast concentration of refineries, petrochemical plants, and offshore platforms means large energy and industrial services firms make up the bulk of field engineer hiring in the state.
Which Louisiana cities have the most field engineer jobs?
Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Louisiana account for the largest share of field engineer openings in Louisiana. New Orleans and Baton Rouge anchor demand through major refinery operations, port infrastructure, and industrial services firms, while Lafayette serves as a hub for oilfield services companies supporting Gulf of Mexico offshore activity, drawing consistent hiring even for suburban and outlying parishes.
Are there remote field engineer jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Field engineering by nature requires on-site presence for equipment inspections, commissioning, and troubleshooting, so most Louisiana openings are fully on-site or require regular travel to facilities. About 38% of field engineer openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve design review, reporting, or project coordination work rather than hands-on field duties.
How can I get hired as a field engineer in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an engineer-in-training or associate field engineer role with a major Louisiana operator or oilfield services company. Employers like large refinery operators and EPC contractors in the Baton Rouge and Lafayette areas regularly hire recent engineering graduates into rotational or supervised field programs. Completing your Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and targeting internships with Louisiana-based industrial contractors gives candidates a measurable edge over those without any site exposure.
Where can I find and apply to field engineer jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to field engineer jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Louisiana openings across energy, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. Find roles that fit your experience level and location preference, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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