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Louisiana's mechanical engineer job market centers on petrochemical refining along the Mississippi River Corridor, offshore energy in the Gulf of Mexico, and aerospace manufacturing in the Shreveport area. Major employers including ExxonMobil, Shell, Turner Industries, and Wood Group have histories of sponsoring skilled engineers. Baton Rouge and New Orleans hold the highest concentrations of open roles.
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As a senior contributor on our professional consulting services team you will work independently but in coordination with other disciplines on large projects of high complexity, and as a leader of the process-mechanical discipline team through all phases of a project lifecycle. You will be responsible for developing engineering design documents, using relevant technical and supervisory capabilities to mentor junior staff located in different places across North America, and adopting and implementing the relevant standards, tools and procedures to successfully and efficiently execute projects and consulting services resulting in client satisfaction and on-time delivery.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for leading the process-mechanical discipline on large pump station projects and other related work.
- Evaluate, select, specify, and engineer all process-mechanical engineered systems or products for a project, following the relevant standards, tools and procedures.
- Lead the preparation and coordination of project design documents, including specifications, drawings, technical memoranda, basis of design and design documentation reports and other related engineering documents, throughout various design phases.
- Assist in the development of project scopes and fees, by identifying process-mechanical scope requirements, including development of preliminary approach, people-hour estimates and schedules.
- Conduct quality assurance on own projects and quality control on projects of peers.
- Act as technical advisor on complex issues and guide staff on solutions.
- Engage in the development of design sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats and provide markups for junior engineers/designers.
- Attend project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner, contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors to lead all process-mechanical related topics.
- Provide direct oversight to assigned staff; develop staff skills and abilities by providing guidance and mentoring to strengthen technical abilities.
- Manage and execute process-mechanical engineering deliverables on multiple projects in a dynamic work environment.
- Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews.
- Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for the process-mechanical group.
- Contribute to hazard identification, risk assessment and prevention through design processes.
- Lead and mentor other process-mechanical engineers.
- Develop client relationships and support business development as needed.
- Collaborate with other business centers in Stantec (if required) to execute projects and secure resources.
- Understand and direct work within Stantec's quality control guidelines.
- Become a champion of Stantec's EH&S program, with a focus on safety in the field.
- Support development and manage compliance with project execution plans with support from project control personnel.
- Complete staff resource planning for assigned projects and participate in employee recruiting where required.
- Be in responsible charge of designs and stamp engineering documents and drawings as required.
- Prepare and/or review/approve process-mechanical equipment specifications, datasheets and procurement support documents.
- Perform and/or review/approve engineering calculations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in the design of multiple large pump station projects, with preference on the design of projects developed using United States Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) standards, guidelines, engineering manuals and specifications.
- Advanced understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, knowledge and experience in the application of mechanical standards, materials and system design, and proven ability to communicate ideas to others.
- Experience with application of Hydraulic Institute Standards for design and testing of large rotating equipment.
- Familiarity with design development of project documents using Building Information Modeling (BIM or 3D modelling) and working with others remotely.
- Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
- Experience with leading one or more process-mechanical teams through all phases of project document production.
- Experience checking the work of others for accuracy and completeness and managing time to meet project budget and schedule.
- Experience in collaborating in multi-disciplined project team settings and engaging in creative and critical thought.
- Capable of overseeing and executing work through a support team of more junior engineers.
- Experience in applying creativity, foresight and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
- Strong consulting skills, including ability to act as main point of contact to various stakeholders.
- Strong presentation and interview skills.
- Proven mentoring skills and desire to work with and encourage junior staff.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and a proven ability to write clear, thorough technical reports.
- Proven problem solving and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to perform in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
EDUCATION, LICENSING AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s and/or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Licensed Professional Engineer in one or more states in the United States.
Minimum of 10 years of work related experience.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | LA | New Orleans
ORGANIZATION
2243 Water-US Delivery-New Orleans LA
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION
New Position
TRAVEL
No
SCHEDULE
Full time
JOB POSTING
10/04/2026 03:04:27
REQ ID
1005282
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
INTRODUCTION
As a senior contributor on our professional consulting services team you will work independently but in coordination with other disciplines on large projects of high complexity, and as a leader of the process-mechanical discipline team through all phases of a project lifecycle. You will be responsible for developing engineering design documents, using relevant technical and supervisory capabilities to mentor junior staff located in different places across North America, and adopting and implementing the relevant standards, tools and procedures to successfully and efficiently execute projects and consulting services resulting in client satisfaction and on-time delivery.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for leading the process-mechanical discipline on large pump station projects and other related work.
- Evaluate, select, specify, and engineer all process-mechanical engineered systems or products for a project, following the relevant standards, tools and procedures.
- Lead the preparation and coordination of project design documents, including specifications, drawings, technical memoranda, basis of design and design documentation reports and other related engineering documents, throughout various design phases.
- Assist in the development of project scopes and fees, by identifying process-mechanical scope requirements, including development of preliminary approach, people-hour estimates and schedules.
- Conduct quality assurance on own projects and quality control on projects of peers.
- Act as technical advisor on complex issues and guide staff on solutions.
- Engage in the development of design sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats and provide markups for junior engineers/designers.
- Attend project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner, contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors to lead all process-mechanical related topics.
- Provide direct oversight to assigned staff; develop staff skills and abilities by providing guidance and mentoring to strengthen technical abilities.
- Manage and execute process-mechanical engineering deliverables on multiple projects in a dynamic work environment.
- Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews.
- Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for the process-mechanical group.
- Contribute to hazard identification, risk assessment and prevention through design processes.
- Lead and mentor other process-mechanical engineers.
- Develop client relationships and support business development as needed.
- Collaborate with other business centers in Stantec (if required) to execute projects and secure resources.
- Understand and direct work within Stantec's quality control guidelines.
- Become a champion of Stantec's EH&S program, with a focus on safety in the field.
- Support development and manage compliance with project execution plans with support from project control personnel.
- Complete staff resource planning for assigned projects and participate in employee recruiting where required.
- Be in responsible charge of designs and stamp engineering documents and drawings as required.
- Prepare and/or review/approve process-mechanical equipment specifications, datasheets and procurement support documents.
- Perform and/or review/approve engineering calculations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in the design of multiple large pump station projects, with preference on the design of projects developed using United States Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) standards, guidelines, engineering manuals and specifications.
- Advanced understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, knowledge and experience in the application of mechanical standards, materials and system design, and proven ability to communicate ideas to others.
- Experience with application of Hydraulic Institute Standards for design and testing of large rotating equipment.
- Familiarity with design development of project documents using Building Information Modeling (BIM or 3D modelling) and working with others remotely.
- Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
- Experience with leading one or more process-mechanical teams through all phases of project document production.
- Experience checking the work of others for accuracy and completeness and managing time to meet project budget and schedule.
- Experience in collaborating in multi-disciplined project team settings and engaging in creative and critical thought.
- Capable of overseeing and executing work through a support team of more junior engineers.
- Experience in applying creativity, foresight and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
- Strong consulting skills, including ability to act as main point of contact to various stakeholders.
- Strong presentation and interview skills.
- Proven mentoring skills and desire to work with and encourage junior staff.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and a proven ability to write clear, thorough technical reports.
- Proven problem solving and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to perform in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
EDUCATION, LICENSING AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s and/or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Licensed Professional Engineer in one or more states in the United States.
Minimum of 10 years of work related experience.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | LA | New Orleans
ORGANIZATION
2243 Water-US Delivery-New Orleans LA
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION
New Position
TRAVEL
No
SCHEDULE
Full time
JOB POSTING
10/04/2026 03:04:27
REQ ID
1005282
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Search Mechanical Engineer Jobs in LouisianaMechanical Engineer Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for mechanical engineers in Louisiana?
The most active sponsors in Louisiana tend to be large energy and petrochemical employers. ExxonMobil, Shell, Dow Chemical, and Turner Industries have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for mechanical engineering roles in the state. Engineering and construction firms such as Wood Group, Jacobs, and CB&I also appear in Department of Labor disclosure data as recurring sponsors for positions tied to refinery and plant projects.
What visa types are most common for mechanical engineer roles in Louisiana?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for mechanical engineers in Louisiana, as the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field. Candidates with Canadian or Mexican citizenship may qualify for TN status under the USMCA, which has no annual cap and can be faster to obtain. Australian citizens may also explore the E-3 visa.
Which cities in Louisiana have the most mechanical engineer sponsorship jobs?
Baton Rouge leads the state for mechanical engineering sponsorship activity, driven by the dense concentration of petrochemical plants and refineries along the Mississippi River Corridor. New Orleans is a secondary hub with offshore energy and marine engineering employers. Shreveport sees demand tied to aerospace and defense manufacturing, while Lake Charles has grown alongside LNG export terminal construction and expansion projects in the region.
How to find mechanical engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Louisiana?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship status, so you can search mechanical engineer roles in Louisiana without sorting through positions that won't support international candidates. Because Louisiana hiring is concentrated in energy, refining, and construction, filtering by those industries on Migrate Mate helps surface the employers most likely to have active H-1B sponsorship programs for engineering positions.
Are there any Louisiana-specific considerations for mechanical engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
Louisiana's mechanical engineering market is heavily tied to cyclical energy prices, which affects how aggressively employers hire and sponsor. Roles tied to refinery turnarounds and capital projects can be contract-based, and not all contract arrangements support H-1B sponsorship through the direct employer. University pipelines through LSU and Tulane supply local graduates, so international candidates often find the strongest sponsorship prospects with large integrated energy companies rather than smaller regional firms.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored mechanical engineer jobs in Louisiana?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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