Mechanical Project Engineer Jobs in Louisiana
Mechanical Project Engineer jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in the Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Lake Charles metros, where energy infrastructure, petrochemical processing, and industrial manufacturing drive consistent demand for engineers who can manage capital projects from design through commissioning. Employers with a lasting presence in Louisiana, including ExxonMobil, Shell, and Turner Industries, regularly hire mechanical project engineers at levels from early-career to senior project lead. The most in-demand specialties in the state are process piping systems, rotating equipment, and HVAC design for industrial facilities. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About our Client
Our client is developing and operating a major chemical manufacturing facility in Waggaman, Louisiana, producing Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC) and Ethyl Methyl Carbonate (EMC) for the battery supply chain. The site is a petrochemical/chemical manufacturing operation requiring engineering support for construction, commissioning, startup, reliability, maintenance, and
Asset Reliaoperations activities
Job Summary
The Mechanical Project Engineer |OSBL Equipment is responsible for ensures the OSBL Equipment [Brine Unit, Waste Gas Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, RO/Demineralizer, Boiler, Chemical Dosing] are delivered on time, within budget, meet the highest quality standards, while also managing equipment startup and commissioning activities. This role works closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to reduce downtime, optimize asset performance, and support operational excellence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
OSBL Equipment Portfolio Oversight:Manage the portfolio of OSBL Unit equipment selection, delivery construction, startup and commissioning at the Waggaman facility.
Project Lifecycle Management: Lead OSBL Unit Equipment projects from selection, permitting, construction, commissioning, and closeout, coordinating across multiple project phases.
Budget & Cost Control: Develop, monitor, and control project budgets; identify cost variances and implement corrective actions; prepare and present budget and status reports.
Scheduling & Planning: Create detailed project schedules, track progress, and ensure adherence to timelines; manage dependencies and resource allocation.
Contract & Procurement Support: Consultant selection, and subcontractor management; negotiate rates, manage change orders, and resolve disputes.
Quality & Compliance: Ensure projects meet design, safety, and regulatory standards; conduct quality reviews and compliance checks.
Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile owners; communicate project status, risks, and opportunities.
Data & Reporting: Prepare performance reports, financial models, and presentations to executive leadership and stakeholders.
Skills & Qualifications
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, project management, business administration, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications (PMP, LEED, etc.) are advantageous.
Experience: 10 - 15+ years in Petrochem/Chemicals/Refinery construction, or project management, with experience in manufacturing and utilities.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software, budgeting tools, and data analysis; ability to use modeling and reporting to support decision-making
Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities; ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Project and Equipment Support
- Participate in capital projects and equipment commissioning activities.
- Review equipment designs for reliability and maintainability considerations.
- Support installation, startup, and performance testing of new equipment.
- Assist with spare parts optimization and inventory management.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 10 - 15+ years of experience project engineering, asset management, or industrial operations.
- Basic knowledge of utility (packaged unit) engineering and operation.
- Knowledge of Brine Unit, Waste Gas Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, RO/Demineralizer, Boiler, Chemical Dosing system equipment, controls and operations in petrochemical or refinery environments.
- Knowledge of CMMS systems (SAP, AMS).
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Please Note: The ECI Group uses AI-assisted tools in the early stages of application review, with all decisions guided by human oversight and fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ECI Group's applicable data protection policies and Privacy Notice.
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About our Client
Our client is developing and operating a major chemical manufacturing facility in Waggaman, Louisiana, producing Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC) and Ethyl Methyl Carbonate (EMC) for the battery supply chain. The site is a petrochemical/chemical manufacturing operation requiring engineering support for construction, commissioning, startup, reliability, maintenance, and
Asset Reliaoperations activities
Job Summary
The Mechanical Project Engineer |OSBL Equipment is responsible for ensures the OSBL Equipment [Brine Unit, Waste Gas Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, RO/Demineralizer, Boiler, Chemical Dosing] are delivered on time, within budget, meet the highest quality standards, while also managing equipment startup and commissioning activities. This role works closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to reduce downtime, optimize asset performance, and support operational excellence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
OSBL Equipment Portfolio Oversight:Manage the portfolio of OSBL Unit equipment selection, delivery construction, startup and commissioning at the Waggaman facility.
Project Lifecycle Management: Lead OSBL Unit Equipment projects from selection, permitting, construction, commissioning, and closeout, coordinating across multiple project phases.
Budget & Cost Control: Develop, monitor, and control project budgets; identify cost variances and implement corrective actions; prepare and present budget and status reports.
Scheduling & Planning: Create detailed project schedules, track progress, and ensure adherence to timelines; manage dependencies and resource allocation.
Contract & Procurement Support: Consultant selection, and subcontractor management; negotiate rates, manage change orders, and resolve disputes.
Quality & Compliance: Ensure projects meet design, safety, and regulatory standards; conduct quality reviews and compliance checks.
Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile owners; communicate project status, risks, and opportunities.
Data & Reporting: Prepare performance reports, financial models, and presentations to executive leadership and stakeholders.
Skills & Qualifications
-
Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, project management, business administration, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications (PMP, LEED, etc.) are advantageous.
Experience: 10 - 15+ years in Petrochem/Chemicals/Refinery construction, or project management, with experience in manufacturing and utilities.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software, budgeting tools, and data analysis; ability to use modeling and reporting to support decision-making
Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities; ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Project and Equipment Support
- Participate in capital projects and equipment commissioning activities.
- Review equipment designs for reliability and maintainability considerations.
- Support installation, startup, and performance testing of new equipment.
- Assist with spare parts optimization and inventory management.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 10 - 15+ years of experience project engineering, asset management, or industrial operations.
- Basic knowledge of utility (packaged unit) engineering and operation.
- Knowledge of Brine Unit, Waste Gas Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, RO/Demineralizer, Boiler, Chemical Dosing system equipment, controls and operations in petrochemical or refinery environments.
- Knowledge of CMMS systems (SAP, AMS).
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Please Note: The ECI Group uses AI-assisted tools in the early stages of application review, with all decisions guided by human oversight and fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ECI Group's applicable data protection policies and Privacy Notice.
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What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical project engineer jobs across Louisiana.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing mechanical scope on industrial or petrochemical capital projects
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or plant design software such as AVEVA or SmartPlant
- Familiarity with ASME, API, and OSHA standards governing mechanical systems in Louisiana plant environments
- Strong project management skills including scheduling, cost control, and contractor coordination
Mechanical Project Engineer Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mechanical project engineer in Louisiana?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, then gain field or design experience in an industrial or energy environment. Louisiana requires Professional Engineers to be licensed through the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board, which administers the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Many employers in Louisiana's petrochemical corridor expect candidates to be working toward or to hold licensure, even for project-level roles that do not require a PE stamp on every deliverable.
How much do mechanical project engineers make in Louisiana?
Mechanical project engineers in Louisiana earn a median of about $119,540 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,350 for the lowest 10% to over $181,550 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mechanical project engineers in Louisiana?
Employers hiring mechanical project engineers in Louisiana right now include KBR, L3Harris, and T. Baker Smith, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Louisiana's concentration of refining, chemical manufacturing, and liquefied natural gas export facilities means that large industrial contractors and owner-operators in those sectors account for a substantial share of open positions.
Which Louisiana cities have the most mechanical project engineer jobs?
Metairie, Waggaman, and Lafayette are the Louisiana cities with the most mechanical project engineer openings. Baton Rouge leads because of its dense cluster of petrochemical plants and refinery complexes along the Mississippi River corridor, New Orleans draws on maritime, offshore energy, and large-scale construction projects, and Lake Charles has remained active because of ongoing LNG and industrial expansion on the Gulf Coast.
Are there remote mechanical project engineer jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of mechanical project engineer openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-dependent nature of most project engineering work in the state's industrial sector. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are front-end design, specification writing, and procurement support rather than field oversight or commissioning activities.
How can I get hired as a mechanical project engineer in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a rotational or new-graduate engineering program at one of Louisiana's large industrial owner-operators or engineering contractors, such as those supporting refining and chemical manufacturing along the Baton Rouge to New Orleans corridor. Look for roles titled junior mechanical engineer, project engineer associate, or design engineer, which are the most common stepping-stone titles. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam through the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board before or shortly after graduation gives candidates a visible edge, as does internship experience at a Louisiana plant site.
Where can I find and apply to mechanical project engineer jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to mechanical project engineer jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit. New listings are added regularly, so check back often if you do not see an immediate match.
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