Project Engineer

The Project Engineer will lead and support control system and automation projects for midstream facilities, including compressor stations and pumping stations. This role combines project estimating, scheduling, and overall project management with hands-on engineering tasks such as control system design, PLC programming, HMI development, and commissioning. The Project Engineer will work closely with internal teams and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and in line with technical and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Estimate project scope and costs, and develop realistic project schedules for midstream facility projects.
• Manage projects from concept through commissioning, including planning, coordination, and progress tracking.
• Define control system architecture and functional requirements for compressor stations, pumping stations, and related midstream facilities.
• Design and develop control system drawings, control logic, and supporting documentation.
• Program PLCs and develop HMIs to meet process control and operational needs.
• Supervise and coordinate the assembly, wiring, and installation of control systems.
• Commission control systems, including testing, troubleshooting, and performance verification.
• Create I/O lists from P&IDs and electrical drawings to support control system design and configuration.
• Develop Cause & Effect matrices based on I/O lists, P&IDs, and electrical drawings.
• Design and draft AutoCAD drawings using information from I/O lists, P&IDs, and electrical drawings.
• Interpret and work from project drawings, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders on RFIs and change orders and support project coordination activities.
• Collaborate with multiple internal departments to support the growth of the local presence and ensure cohesive project execution.
• Interface with clients in the office and in the field to clarify requirements, provide updates, and support successful project outcomes.
• Perform field work verifications to confirm that installations match design and to support commissioning and troubleshooting.

• 5–10 years of experience with PLCs, including PLC programming for industrial control systems.
• 5–10 years of experience with HMI development for process control applications.
• Experience with automation and control systems in the energy sector, including upstream, midstream, or downstream environments.
• Strong background in instrumentation and controls, including instrumentation calibration and transmitter applications.
• Ability to design, configure, and commission control systems for midstream pipeline facilities such as compressor stations and pumping stations.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs, electrical drawings, and project blueprints.
• Ability to create I/O lists from P&IDs and electrical drawings and translate them into control system configurations.
• Experience developing Cause & Effect matrices based on I/O lists, P&IDs, and electrical drawings.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for designing and drafting control system and electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of medium voltage and low voltage electrical systems relevant to control and instrumentation.
• Experience with project estimating, project scheduling, and overall project coordination.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate control system assembly, wiring, and installation activities.
• Strong commissioning skills, including system testing, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret project documents accurately and efficiently.

• Engineering degree is preferred but not required.
• Experience with midstream pipeline facilities, particularly compressor stations and/or pumping stations, is highly desirable.
• background in electrical work related to control systems, including wiring and panel work.
• Experience handling RFIs and change orders within an engineering or construction project environment.
• Strong communication skills for effective client interfacing and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to travel for field work and commissioning as needed.

The role combines office-based engineering work with regular field exposure. In the office, the Project Engineer performs engineering support tasks such as control system design, AutoCAD drafting, PLC and HMI development, project estimating, scheduling, and documentation using standard engineering and design software and tools. The position also requires visits to client sites for work verifications, commissioning activities, and direct client interfacing at midstream facilities such as compressor stations and pumping stations. The work environment encourages collaboration with multiple departments to support the growth of the local presence and to foster cross-functional teamwork. The role involves some travel, typically 2–3 weeks at a time, approximately 2–3 times per year, to support field work, installations, and commissioning activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belle Chasse, LA.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Belle Chasse,LA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.

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