Mechanical Project Engineer | EMC and DMC 1|2 Units

ECI Group; Waggaman (LA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ECI Group's client is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to oversee the EMC and DMC 1|2 modular units at the Waggaman, LA facility. This onsite role covers delivery, startup and commissioning, ensuring on-time, within-budget execution and adherence to quality standards.

The position requires collaboration with operations, maintenance, engineering and quality teams to optimize asset performance and support operational excellence in a petrochemical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; advanced degrees or certifications are advantageous.
• 10-15+ years in Petrochem/Chemicals/Refinery construction or project management.
• Proficiency with project management software and budgeting tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EMC and DMC 1|2 modular equipment delivery, unit construction, startup and commissioning at the Waggaman site.
• Review equipment designs for reliability, maintainability, and safety compliance.
• Lead project lifecycle from delivery through closeout with cross-functional teams.
• Develop budgets, manage variances and report status to stakeholders.
• Coordinate procurement, contractor management and change control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Budgeting tools

Job description

Join the ECI Group's Professional Technical Services Network as a Mechanical Project Engineer | EMC and DMC 1|2 Units.

This is an onsite contract role with an anticipated 12-month duration at our client's manufacturing facility. Note: You must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident to qualify for this position.

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 operations activities

Job Summary

The Mechanical Project Engineer EMC and DMC 1|2 Unitsis responsible for the oversight, delivery and startup and commissioning activities for the Morimatsu modules and Hydrogen Chloride, Sodium Sulfate handling (centrifuge, auger conveyor and packaging) system equipment aredelivered on time, within budget, meet the highest quality standards, while also managing the detail design, delivery, punch list 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.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

EMC and DMC 1|2 Unit Modular Equipment Oversight

• Manage the portfolio of the Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC) and Ethyl Methyl Carbonate (EMC) Units modular equipment delivery, unit construction, startup and commissioning activities at the client's Waggaman facility.
• Review equipment designs for reliability and maintainability considerations for the Morimatsu modules and Hydrogen Chloride, Sodium Sulfate Handling system equipment packages.
• Participate in capital projects and equipment commissioning activities.
• Support installation, startup, and performance testing of the EMC and DMC 1|2 modular unit equipment.
• Assist with spare parts optimization and inventory management.

Project Lifecycle Management

Lead projects from equipment delivery, 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.

Skills and Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, 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

Basic mechanical engineering, design, delivery startup and commissioning of large modular skid equipment packages and Hydrogen Chloride, Sodium Sulfate Handling (centrifuge, auger conveyor and packaging) system equipment packages.

Project ManagementSkills

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.

FLSA Status

Full-Time, Exempt

Please Note

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