Senior Project Engineer

Senior Project Engineer

Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $120,000.00 to $125,000.00 + Bonus Contractor 90/80 Schedule

Core Responsibilities

• Technical Specifications: Determine requirements and select specialized equipment for sulfuric acid regeneration systems, covering everything from furnaces, converters, and boilers to compressors, cooling towers, and pumping systems.

• Engineering Analysis: Execute detailed heat transfer and hydraulic calculations for both compressible and non-compressible fluids.

• Component Sizing: Calculate the necessary dimensions and capacities for valves, pumps, ducting, and piping across various project phases.

• Design & Documentation: Create comprehensive equipment spec sheets for procurement. You will also be responsible for developing and updating PFDs and P&IDs for modified or brand-new operations.

• Operational Logic: Collaborate closely with Controls Engineering to define and document functional and operational statements.

• Project Leadership: Oversee the full lifecycle of capital projects. This includes defining project scopes, generating cost estimates, and drafting formal appropriation requests for approval.

• Financial Oversight: Take ownership of project budgets through diligent cost tracking and accurate forecasting.

• Field Management: Provide on-site management during construction phases and unit turnarounds.

• Compliance & Records: Manage all project documentation to ensure strict adherence to technical specs, legal codes, and safety policies.

Candidate Requirements

• Education: A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is required.

• Experience: At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in a similar industrial setting.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills, with a proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues and provide logical solutions.

• Technical Tools: High proficiency in building and using engineering spreadsheets. Familiarity with AutoCAD or chemical process simulation software is a definite plus.

• Soft Skills: We are looking for an organized, self-starting individual who can manage multiple priorities independently.

• Safety & Regulatory: A solid understanding of OSHA standards and local/state regulations is preferred.

• Credentials: You must currently hold a TWIC card.