Job Description
Position Summary
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The Project Engineer is an early career engineering role responsible for supporting the design, implementation, testing, and delivery of industrial control system projects in accordance with customer specifications and Petrotech standards.
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This opportunity is well suited for December 2026 engineering graduates who want hands on exposure to industrial automation, turbomachinery controls, electrical systems, instrumentation, project execution, and field commissioning.
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The Project Engineer works closely with Engineering, Project Management, Applications, Procurement, the panel shop, customers, and vendors while developing the technical skills needed to manage increasingly complex project assignments.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Develop I/O lists, Cause and Effect diagrams, control system panel designs, network architectures, electrical schematics, calculations, and other technical documentation required by project scope.
- Configure, program, and test PLC and HMI applications under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Select control system materials, field instrumentation, and electrical equipment and review vendor information for compliance with project requirements.
- Prepare Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test protocols, operations manuals, functional design specifications, and related project documentation.
- Participate in FAT and SAT activities to verify hardware and software performance against project requirements.
- Interface with Engineering, Project Management, Applications, Procurement, the panel shop, field personnel, customers, and vendors.
- Support loop checks, troubleshooting, startup, commissioning, and customer training activities.
- Maintain accurate project records and support schedule, budget, quality, safety, and change management requirements.
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Education and Experience
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- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or another related Engineering discipline required by the start date.
- December 2026 engineering graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Internship, co op, laboratory, senior design, or other practical engineering experience involving controls, automation, electrical systems, instrumentation, process systems, or industrial equipment is strongly preferred.
- United States citizenship is required. This position is not eligible for current or future employment visa sponsorship.
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Technical Skills
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- Foundation in electrical systems, instrumentation, process controls, PLC programming, HMI configuration, or industrial automation.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, P&IDs, electrical schematics, and vendor documentation.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn engineering software and control platforms quickly.
- Interest in turbines, compressors, generators, rotating equipment, power generation, oil and gas, or industrial process systems.
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Soft Skills
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- Strong communication, organization, and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with teammates, customers, vendors, and multiple engineering disciplines.
- Attention to detail, curiosity, accountability, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and respond to changing project priorities.
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Preferred Qualifications
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- Hands on academic or internship exposure to PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, control panels, instrumentation, industrial networking, or electrical design.
- Experience with senior design projects, engineering competitions, research, laboratory work, internships, or co op assignments involving engineered systems.
- Exposure to commissioning, manufacturing, fabrication, power systems, rotating equipment, or process industries.
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Working Conditions
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- Onsite office based position in New Orleans with exposure to engineering offices, panel shop activities, and industrial customer sites.
- Travel may be required domestically and internationally, generally up to approximately 15 percent, for testing, commissioning, startup, training, and customer support.
- Industrial site work requires compliance with applicable customer and Petrotech safety requirements.
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Compensation and Benefits
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- Salary commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- 401(k) matching
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
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Schedule
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- Full time, Monday through Friday, with flexibility based on project schedules, testing, commissioning, travel, and customer requirements.
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Work Location
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- New Orleans, LA. This position is onsite.
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This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia.
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We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.