Mechanical Project Engineer | OSBL Equipment
Waggaman, LA - USA
Job Summary
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 Dosingare 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.
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.
- Education: Bachelors 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
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 10 - 15 years of experience project engineeringasset management or industrial operations.
- Basic knowledge of utility (packaged unit) engineering and operation.
- Knowledge ofBrine 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
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
ECI Group is a technology led engineering services company with expertise ranging from process plant design and development to waste recycling