Project Engineer Oil Gas

J H Operating Company LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

J H Operating Company is seeking a Project Engineer to join the Baton Rouge office. This role targets an early-career engineer (3–5 years) to grow through hands-on management of upstream and midstream EPCm projects.

You will collaborate across design, procurement, and construction teams, assist with P&IDs and field commissioning, and participate in safety reviews and client handoffs. Travel 10–15% is expected.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of engineering/EPC/oil & gas experience preferred.
• Solid communication skills; ability to liaise with clients and vendors.
• Eager to learn, ask questions, stay organized, and be proactive.

Responsibilities

• Assist design, procurement and execution of complex infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with Facility Engineers and Project Managers from concept to commissioning.
• Develop P&IDs, assist with field commissioning and PSSR walkthroughs.
• Review drawings (P&IDs, 3Ds, orthos, isometrics) for accuracy and quality control.
• Help size and procure equipment, manage purchase orders, and track costs.
• Learn tools like ProMax, Autodesk, and internal systems with training.

Skills

Engineering experience (3–5 yrs)

Communication skills

Willing to travel

Curious learner

Tools

ProMax

Autodesk

AutoCAD

Internal systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

** Project Engineer**

Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Full-time | Engineering, Procurement & Construction Management (EPCm)

Looking to grow your engineering career with a team that actually supports your development?

Welcome to J H Operating Company — a hands-on, fast-moving EPCm firm where you're more than just a cog in the machine. We support upstream and midstream oil & gas projects across the U.S., and we’re looking for a Project Engineer to join our Baton Rouge office.

This is a great opportunity an early-career engineer (3–5 years) to work side-by-side with industry veterans and learn by doing.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the design, procurement, and execution of complex infrastructure projects (e.g., production facilities, terminals, SWDs, pipelines).
• Collaborate with Facility Engineers and Project Managers to carry projects from concept to commissioning.
• Get involved in everything — from developing P&IDs to field commissioning and PSSR walkthroughs.
• Contribute to safety reviews (HAZOPs, PSSRs), perform quality control inspections, assist with job book compilation, and support seamless client handoffs.
• Review drawing packages (P&IDs, 3Ds, orthos, isometrics) and ensure accuracy.
• Help size and procure equipment, manage purchase orders, and track costs.
• Learn tools like ProMax, Autodesk, and internal systems (we’ll train you).
• Research and develop tools or processes when the team hits a new challenge.
• Travel occasionally to job sites, vendor locations, and client facilities (10–15%).

** What We’re Looking For:**

• 3–5 years of experience in engineering, EPC, or oil & gas preferred.
• Solid communication skills — you’ll talk with clients, team members, and vendors.
• Eager to learn and comfortable asking questions (and answering a few too).
• Willing to work hard, stay organized, and bring a little personality to the table.
• Willing to travel as needed (10–15%) and able to pass a drug screen.

** Bonus Points For:**

• Familiarity with ASME, ANSI, and API standards.
• AutoCAD or drafting experience.
• Experience with programming, AI, data analytics (Coding agents, Python, R, VBA, SQL, etc.).
• A mindset that balances technical proficiency with practical outcomes.

** Why J H?**

Real growth opportunities.
Exposure to full project lifecycles.
Smart, supportive teammates – zero micromanagers, plenty of mentors.
Clear path to promotion.

Company Description

J H Operating Company offers engineers, designers, and project professionals the opportunity to work on real oil and gas facility projects with direct impact. JH operates as an owner-focused EPCm firm, meaning teams are involved early, make practical decisions, and see projects through from concept to construction and commissioning.

Employees at JH work in small, highly capable teams where individual contributions matter. The company emphasises technical competence, accountability, and transparency, giving team members visibility into how projects are planned, executed, and delivered.

JH supports professional growth by exposing employees to multiple disciplines, project phases, and client interactions. The organization values efficiency, problem-solving, and ownership, creating an environment where people who want responsibility and hands-on experience can grow quickly.

Company Description

J H Operating Company offers engineers, designers, and project professionals the opportunity to work on real oil and gas facility projects with direct impact. JH operates as an owner-focused EPCm firm, meaning teams are involved early, make practical decisions, and see projects through from concept to construction and commissioning.

Employees at JH work in small, highly capable teams where individual contributions matter. The company emphasises technical competence, accountability, and transparency, giving team members visibility into how projects are planned, executed, and delivered.

JH supports professional growth by exposing employees to multiple disciplines, project phases, and client interactions. The organization values efficiency, problem-solving, and ownership, creating an environment where people who want responsibility and hands-on experience can grow quickly.