Mechanical Project Engineer | EMC and DMC 1|2 Units

ECI Group; Waggaman (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mechanical Project Engineer EMC and DMC 1|2 Units at ECI Group's Professional Technical Services Network is an onsite contract role in Waggaman, LA, responsible for oversight, delivery, startup and commissioning of Morimatsu modules and handling systems, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and with high quality.

You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to optimize asset performance, reduce downtime, and support operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; advanced degrees or certifications advantageous.
• 10-15+ years in Petrochem/Chemicals/Refinery construction, or project management.
• Experience in manufacturing and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EMC and DMC unit modular equipment delivery, construction, startup and commissioning.
• Lead project lifecycle from permitting to closeout across multiple phases.
• Develop, monitor and control budgets; identify variances and report status to leadership.
• Create detailed project schedules, track progress and manage resources.
• Support consultant selection, subcontractor management, change orders and disputes resolution.
• Ensure projects meet design, safety and regulatory standards; conduct quality reviews.
• Engage stakeholders and communicate project status, risks, and opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

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- 24-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 Units is 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 are delivered 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 Management 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.

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

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