We are currently seeking an experienced CSU Engineer to support our client in the Baton Rouge area. This is a contract role lasting approximately 3-4 months. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of project engineering or plant experience and have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering.

The ideal requirements for the role are below, but as a company who believes employees are our most valuable asset, we see beyond your current skillset today; we welcome all people’s multitude of experiences!

About Us

This is an opportunity to join a recognized Top Workplace in the Greater New Orleans area. Established in 2000, Engineering & Inspection Services, LLC (EIS) provides quality engineering, inspection and design services, with over 130 employees across Louisiana and Texas. We believe our employees our most valuable assets, and provide competitive compensation, flexible work schedules, a robust benefits program and professional development opportunities.

About the Position:

• Act as Owner’s Representative for CSU activities at Baton Rouge site for a large capacity expansion.
• Lead all Health, Safety and Environmental aspects relating to commissioning activities, in partnership with project and site construction managers.
• Provide support for the CSU activities as defined by the CSU Leader.
• Manage commissioning of different activities such as ISBL (inside battery limit) unit, utilities, WWT (wastewater treatment) and Tank Farm areas of the project
• Work closely with various stakeholders including the Project Manager, Engineering Managers, and the Construction Team.
• Create a granular CSU process schedule for detailed CSU activities that will occur during the Construction Phase.
• Interface and coordinate with vendor startup engineers to effectively startup new equipment
• Develop a plan to charge initial raw materials, catalysts and other supplies as required for the project
• Interface with plant maintenance to execute activities involved in loading raw materials and production supplies.
• Lead and participate in field audits at critical milestone periods, LOTO, and turnover documentation.
• Participate in training of operators and shift personnel on all aspects of the capital project and new equipment.
• Review and supervise test procedures and coordinates testing activities.
• Lead and conduct field safety audits for all CSU activities daily.
• Supervise Commissioning database maintenance, drawing updates, and track all engineering documents for turnover packages.
• Ensure availability of spare parts and consumables for initial systems operation.
• Participate in Management of Change (MOC) system as it pertains to CSU activities.
• Interfacing with engineering, procurement and construction groups regarding commissioning priorities and resolution of site queries.
• Implementing and managing Change Control procedures during commissioning.
• Communicate turnover / commissioning roles and scope for members of design and construction teams; understands the commissioning test plans/protocols, and coordinates and/or attends design, construction and operability reviews to meet project deadlines while continually monitoring critical path and prepare schedule impact reports for project management

Required Skills/ Abilities

• Basic understanding of industrial work practices as related to Health, Safety and Environmental impacts
• Work experience in oil, petrochemical or chemical operating facilities (preferred)
• Previous experience in operations, process engineering, technology, maintenance, construction, construction management, or HSE (preferred)
• Previous experience in an operating industrial facility (chemical, petrochemical or other heavy manufacturing) (preferred)

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical, Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering. Demonstrated chemical plant operations experience, in lieu of an engineering degree, will also suffice.
• 3-5 years of project engineering or plant operations engineering work experience, preferably in chemical industry or a continuous process plant.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). This includes hardhat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, still toed shoes, or other equipment as required.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Engineering & Inspection Services, LLC (EIS) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. EIS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.