Engineering Jobs in Louisiana

Company Overview

The Newtron Group is one of the largest privately held specialty industrial construction companies in the United States and a recognized leader in industrial and mission critical electrical industry.

We provide integrated solutions including electrical construction, automation, analytical systems, heat tracing, and design-build services across a wide range of industrial and manufacturing sectors.

With a nationwide presence and long-standing relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and vendors, The Newtron Group delivers innovative, turnkey solutions from concept through construction that help clients reduce cost, improve reliability, and accelerate project delivery.

Position Overview

The Newtron Group is expanding our Preconstruction Team with emphasis on expanding our Design-Build capabilities.

The Electrical Engineer – Design Build / Preconstruction will support estimating, preconstruction, and project teams by identifying design gaps, constructability issues, and code compliance concerns within issued drawing packages and progressed BIM models.

This role plays a critical part in:

• Improving bid accuracy
• Reducing execution risk
• Temporary power design assistance
• Supporting field teams with timely engineering analysis
• Strengthening our design-build capabilities

This position reports directly to the Director of Preconstruction and collaborates closely with estimating, BIM/VDC, procurement, scheduling, and construction teams across the organization.

This role does not serve as Engineer of Record and does not assume design liability for final stamped drawings.

Key Responsibilities

1. Preconstruction & Estimating Support

• Perform technical reviews of issued drawing packages, specifications, and owner standards
• Identify design gaps, ambiguities, conflicts, and code compliance concerns
• Validate raceway sizing, conductor counts, and fill assumptions
• Review voltage drop impacts on feeder and branch circuits
• Assist estimators with scope validation and risk identification
• Develop technical narratives, clarifications, and proposal assumptions
• Participate in constructability reviews to ensure systems are practical, code compliant, and aligned with field installation methods
• Support the development and evolution of internal preconstruction tools, systems, and processes

2. Design Gap Resolution & Technical Analysis

• Raceway fill calculations
• Voltage drop calculations
• Equipment sizing validation
• Short-circuit and coordination review support (as required)
• Arc flash study review support
• Temporary power design including load and lighting calculations
• Additional responsibilities include:
• Reviewing vendor submittals for electrical scope gaps
• Reviewing shop drawings and prefabrication details
• Identifying design deficiencies early and assisting teams with RFIs and change documentation
• Helping prevent field rework and schedule impacts through early design validation

3. Field & Execution Team Support

• Provide technical support to project managers, superintendents, and field leadership
• Assist with interpretation of drawings, specifications, and electrical code requirements
• Support resolution of unforeseen site conditions or design conflicts
• Review proposed field modifications for compliance and risk
• Participate in project kickoff meetings, constructability reviews, and coordination meetings
• Contribute to post-project look-back meetings for continuous improvement

4. Code Compliance & Risk Mitigation

• National Electrical Code (NEC) interpretation and application
• Owner standards and project-specific electrical criteria
• Applicable Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements
• This role ensures proposed solutions remain compliant while protecting the company from assuming unintended design liability.

5. Collaboration & Communication

• Estimating and Preconstruction Teams
• Project Management and Field Supervision
• BIM / VDC Teams
• Prefabrication and QA/QC Teams
• Coordinate with external design professionals when necessary to clarify design intent and resolve discrepancies.

6. Position Boundaries

This position:

• Does not serve as Engineer of Record (EOR)
• Does not stamp or seal drawings
• Provides engineering support in a design-assist and validation capacity
• All final design responsibility remains with the project's designated design professional.

7. Desired Outcomes & Value to the Company

This role is designed to strengthen the company's technical capabilities and support successful project delivery by:

• Improving bid accuracy
• Identifying design gaps early in the project lifecycle
• Reducing field rework and schedule impacts
• Strengthening technical credibility with owners and contractors
• Providing engineering support to field teams without assuming design liability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering and Design experience
• Ability to run electrical calculations to ensure NEC code compliance
• Ability to use engineering software for calculations and verifications
• Advanced user of Bluebeam Revu
• Experience with client technical submittals
• Experience in communicating directly with clients, vendors and subcontractors
• Extreme attention to detail
• Persistent work ethic
• After hours work, social activities and training
• Team building skills
• Proficient written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read material and comprehend content
• Excellent note taking skills
• Knowledge of the BIM/VDC process
• Personable and outgoing
• Commitment to research and development for continuous improvement of our preconstruction processes

Why join The Newtron Group?

• Work on large-scale industrial and mission-critical projects
• Collaborate directly with senior leadership and preconstruction teams
• Help expand design-build capabilities at a national electrical contractor
• Gain exposure to estimating, engineering, BIM/VDC, and field execution
• Contribute to projects from concept through construction
• Opportunity for professional growth within a nationally recognized contractor

*Please note candidate must reside in: Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi or Alabama.*

Regional Sales Manager – Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama

Tate Metalworks, Inc.

About Us

Tate Metalworks, Inc. is an industry leader in the shop fabrication and field erection of custom API storage tanks and ASME pressure vessels. We serve the specialty chemical, pulp and paper, power, oil and gas, water treatment, and coatings industries while pursuing opportunities in new and emerging markets.

Our vision is to be recognized as the premier partner for the supply of fabricated and field erected storage tanks and pressure vessels. Our mission is to deliver engineered storage tanks and pressure vessels that help our partners achieve their capital improvement and production goals through our commitment to safety, quality, and building strong, lasting relationships.

Position Overview

• We are seeking a Regional Sales Manager (RSM) to lead business growth across Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. This position is responsible for identifying new project opportunities, driving sales growth, and developing client relationships to position Tate Metalworks as the preferred partner for field-erected API tank and ASME pressure vessel projects.
• The ideal candidate has experience in industrial construction projects and demonstrates the ability to build long-term client relationships.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute a strategic business plan to achieve company growth goals and meet sales targets.
• Manage the sales cycle from lead generation and proposal development through contract negotiation and close.
• Identify, qualify, and pursue opportunities with EPCs, general contractors, owners, technology/OEMs, and engineering firms.
• Track market trends and report customer feedback.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through regular communication and site visits.
• Collaborate with Tate’s engineering, estimating, and project management team.
• Attend and exhibit at industry trade shows and conferences, and host lunch-and-learns to expand Tate’s brand and network.
• Support strategic accounts and projects outside of the assigned territory as needed.
• Travel extensively (50–70%) across the assigned region.
• Document customer communication in CRM

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, Engineering, or construction management.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in business development or account management within the industrial construction market and/or within the fabrication and construction of API tanks and ASME pressure vessels. Proven track record of developing new business and meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of industrial construction projects and their sales cycles. Knowledge of API tanks or ASME vessels is preferred.
• Personality Traits: Proactive, driven, resilient, innovative, and emotionally intelligent.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
• Experience working with a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
• Aligned with Tate Metalworks’ culture and values.
• Work Style: Able to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Preferred candidates will be located within the assigned region (TX, LA, MS, AL).
• What We Offer
• Competitive base salary + performance incentives
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation
• 401(k) with company match up to 5% of pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 3 weeks PTO + 8 paid holidays

(USACE/NAVFAC Vertical Construction Projects)

Location: MCAS Yuma

Overview

Harper Construction is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for a large-scale military vertical construction project located at MCAS Yuma.

This role requires direct, relevant experience on ground-up vertical construction projects valued at $20 million and above. Candidates must have worked on complex federal building projects similar in size, scope, and compliance requirements.

Our military vertical portfolio includes:

• Aircraft Hangars
• Barracks
• Gymnasiums
• Headquarters Buildings
• SCIF (Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility) Secure Buildings

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the quality management duties, including quality of the works, material management, documentation, and close-out to ensure safe, quality, efficient, and effective project execution.
• Directs inspections, documents, and updates appropriate records quickly and accurately.
• Read specifications and resource documents to determine requirements and planning procedures.
• Responsible for leading and managing quality processes, including submittals, shop drawings, and as-builts.
• Creates and implements project-specific inspection and test plans and quality control plans.
• Perform the USACE three phases of control: Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up.
• Supports Site Safety to ensure that projects are completed in accordance with safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Project Superintendent, QCM, or Project Engineer, on similar-sized and type construction contracts. (vertical construction valued at $20M+)
• At least two years’ experience as a Senior Project Engineer in construction.
• Must be familiar with the requirements of EM 385-1-1, and have experience in the areas of hazard identification, safety compliance, and sustainability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with USACE and/or NAVFAC is highly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction, Engineering, or a similar field
• Working knowledge of Procore document control system.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $125,000 to $145,000 annually (Compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications.)

• Benefits package includes:
• 100% Company paid medical & dental ( we also cover 30% of dependent coverage)
• vision, life, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Annual increases and discretionary bonuses
• Paid holidays and vacation time

Harper Construction Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Integrations Engineer to design, develop, and maintain integrations across our enterprise systems. This role will be responsible for building and supporting solutions in Azure API, Azure Data Factory, Master Data Management, SSIS, and SSRS, while also analyzing business requirements and ensuring scalable, cost-effective integration strategies. The ideal candidate will help reduce third-party vendor dependency by providing strong in-house technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end integration projects from design through delivery.
• Architect, develop, test, and implement complex real-time and batch integrations.
• Act as subject matter expert on integration design, architecture, and best practices.
• Analyze business data requirements and produce documentation including process flows, mapping documents, and data flow diagrams.
• Run and monitor software performance tests, troubleshoot issues, and optimize integrations.
• Collaborate with IT application owners, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders to align solutions with business needs.
• Prepare and maintain detailed technical specifications and requirements.
• Support Agile development processes and contribute to sprint planning and execution.
• Manage multiple priorities and issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensure change control best practices are followed for proposed solutions.
• Document bugs, identify root causes, and provide actionable resolutions.
• Provide technical support for new initiatives and integration requirements.
• Escalate recurring issues reported by service partners.
• Perform additional duties assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience designing and leading system integrations in a mid-size enterprise environment.
• Proficiency in ETL and real-time integration with at least one ESB platform (Boomi, SSIS, Azure Integration Services).
• Strong experience with Azure API development, Node.js, React.js, CI/CD pipelines, and familiarity with SOAP and REST APIs.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
• Strong knowledge of front-end and back-end programming languages (SQL, Java, HTML, .NET, scripting languages).
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.

Quality Control Manager

Location: Streator, Illinois

Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Equipment

Compensation: 90k - 120k Base Salary + Bonus

A growing manufacturing operation in Streator, IL is seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead plant quality systems and ensure production standards across manufacturing operations.

This individual will oversee quality programs, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives while partnering closely with production leadership to maintain high standards across the facility.

This role is ideal for a hands-on manufacturing quality leader who understands how to balance production demands with quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all plant quality control and assurance programs

• Oversee inspection processes across manufacturing operations

• Develop and maintain quality standards, documentation, and procedures

• Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards

• Investigate root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actions

• Partner with production and engineering teams to improve manufacturing processes

• Manage and mentor quality technicians and inspectors

• Track quality metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience within a quality department

• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and manufacturing processes

• Experience with inspections, audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions

• Ability to work cross-functionally with production and engineering teams

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred

Why This Opportunity

• Leadership role within a growing manufacturing operation

• Opportunity to build and improve plant quality systems

• Work directly with plant leadership and production teams

• Stable manufacturing environment with long-term growth potential

At Makita USA, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. When you join Makita, you become part of a dynamic, innovative, and team-oriented culture that values hard work and dedication.

Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.

Salary $85,000 - $100,000 annually

Job Summary

Makita is the innovation leader in power tools, equipment, and accessories – so join the team at our U.S.A. headquarters in Southern California and help us make the Makita Advantage come alive at trade shows and events across the U.S.A.

As the Trade Show Manager, you will take a leading role in planning, coordinating, and executing trade shows and events to reach our target audiences, including pro-contractors, hardware dealers/distributors, and the media. You will help communicate the Makita Advantage to these audiences by creating and executing event plans that include compelling signage and graphics, hands-on product demonstrations, dynamic display structures, efficient lighting, effective lead collection, and more.

Areas of focus will range from budget and calendar planning to asset co-design and sourcing, inventory management, and hands-on activity, including booth set-up and on-site management at select events.

Across categories, Makita products have leading power and performance but with lower noise, less vibration, reduced weight, and superior ergonomics. This combination of performance and comfort is unique in the category, giving users of all types – from pro contractors to DIYers – a complete solution that helps get work done faster and more efficiently. Join our team and be a part of this exciting innovation story.

Essential Job Duties

• Work with the senior communications manager as well as product management, channel marketing, brand marketing, operations, and senior management on a full range of trade show activities. This will include live trade shows in major convention venues.
• Build the annual Makita U.S.A. trade show calendar and budget.
• Work with our off-site logistics partner to manage and track asset inventory and display tool inventory for use at trade shows. This includes inspection and inventory reconciliation as well as routine maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with in-house marketing staff and vendors to build booth assets, including structures and signage.
• Work with the in-house product management team (and occasionally outside vendors) to create demonstrations of key Makita products.
• Create effective lead collection tactics at trade shows.
• Coordinate show orders and shipping for select events.
• Coordinate on-site details for select events, including shipping and receiving, staffing, and set-up.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills Required

• Familiarity with best practices in trade show booth construction, including lighting and graphics.
• Basic inventory management of trade show assets.
• Building and managing a budget.
• Post-event actions, including reviewing and approving show invoices.
• Strong ability to proactively coordinate numerous projects while maintaining follow-up and follow-through skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, and area. .
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, or trade show regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals (e.g., booth set-up instructions).
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and vendors.
• Ability to learn: Obtain knowledge and understanding of our power tools, competition, target professional users, the product applications, and the types of dealers that support the users.
• Presentation skills: Organize information and present to both internal and external audiences.
• The ability to work under pressure and with constantly changing priorities
• Experience in executing a trade show booth “from the ground up”, including arranging shipping and on-site booth set-up, as well as ordering and tracking on-site show services.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This position is based full-time in the Makita U.S.A. Home Office in La Mirada, CA.

EVENTS: This position will include indoor and outdoor events. The work environmental characteristics for these events include the following:

• The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• In rare instances, activity goes into the night and proceeds until completion, rain or shine.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, as well as risk of electrical shock and vibration. Personal protective equipment is provided, and professional labor is on hand to manage advanced electrical applications.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. At select trade shows, noise levels are similar to a construction job site. Hearing protection is provided.

Education and/or Experience Desired

• Five to ten years of related trade show and event experience in venues including convention halls.
• Experience in executing a trade show booth “from the ground up”, including arranging shipping and on-site booth set-up, as well as ordering and tracking on-site show services.

Travel: The expected travel for this role is up to 15%.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must be able to safely operate a moving vehicle per our company policy.
• Occasional extended hours are expected to complete assembly or take-down activities on-site during trade shows and events, as well as in the office.

Our Benefits Include:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
• Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice

Financial Security

• Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
• Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
• Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
• Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!

Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!

Explore Opportunities & Apply Today!

Disclaimer:

This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or a family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.

At Makita USA, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. When you join Makita, you become part of a dynamic, innovative, and team-oriented culture that values hard work and dedication.

Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.

Salary $70,000 - $80,000 annually

Job Summary

Makita is the innovation leader in power tools, equipment, and accessories – so join the team at our U.S.A. headquarters in Southern California and help us make the Makita Advantage come alive at trade shows and events across the U.S.A.

As the Trade Show Specialist, you will take an important role in planning, coordinating, and executing trade shows and events to reach our target audiences, including pro contractors, hardware dealers/distributors, and the media. You will help communicate the Makita Advantage to these audiences by creating and executing event plans that include compelling signage and graphics, hands-on product demonstrations, dynamic display structures, efficient lighting, effective lead collection, and more.

Areas of focus will range from budget and calendar planning to asset co-design and sourcing, inventory management, and hands-on activity, including booth set-up and on-site management at select events.

Your efforts will be a key part of our daily efforts to increase awareness and drive demand for Makita products. These include industry-leading battery-powered tools and outdoor power equipment as well as vacuums and cleaning products, lighting, radios and speakers, job site apparel, modular storage, a full line of premium accessories, and more.

Across categories, Makita products have leading power and performance but with lower noise, less vibration, reduced weight, and superior ergonomics. This combination of performance and comfort is unique in the category, giving users of all types – from pro contractors to DIYers – a complete solution that helps get work done faster and more efficiently. Join our team and be a part of this exciting innovation story.

Essential Job Duties

• Work with the senior communications manager as well as product management, channel marketing, brand marketing, operations, and senior management on a full range of trade show activities. This will include live trade shows in major convention venues.
• Build the annual Makita U.S.A. trade show calendar and budget.
• Work with our off-site logistics partner to manage and track asset inventory and display tool inventory for use at trade shows. This includes inspection and inventory reconciliation as well as routine maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with in-house marketing staff and vendors to build booth assets, including structures and signage.
• Work with the in-house product management team (and occasionally outside vendors) to create demonstrations of key Makita products.
• Create effective lead collection tactics at trade shows.
• Coordinate show orders and shipping for select events.
• Coordinate on-site details for select events, including shipping and receiving, staffing, and set-up.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills Required

• Familiarity with trade show and event processes, including budget and planning, arranging shipping, and on-site booth set-up. Ordering and tracking on-site show services is a plus, but not required.
• Experience in building and managing a budget.
• Strong ability to proactively coordinate numerous projects while maintaining follow-up and follow-through skills.
• Ability to learn: Obtain knowledge and understanding of our power tools, competition, target professional users, the product applications, and the types of dealers that support the users.
• Excellent critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, and area.
• Presentation skills: Organize information and present to both internal and external audiences.
• The ability to work under pressure and with constantly changing priorities
• Computer Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including core apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) as well as cloud services, including OneDrive and SharePoint. AI knowledge is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

EVENTS: The work environmental characteristics for these events include the following:

• The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• In rare instances, activity goes into the night and proceeds until completion, rain or shine.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, as well as risk of electrical shock and vibration. Personal protective equipment is provided, and professional labor is on hand to manage advanced electrical applications.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. At select trade shows, noise levels are similar to a construction job site. Hearing protection is provided.

Education and/or Experience Desired

• Education and/or Experience: Four-year college or university program, certificate, bachelor’s degree preferred. Preferred academic focus includes marketing, business, communications, or design
• Up to 3 years of experience in a marketing manager, coordinator, or specialist role, with related trade show and event experience preferred but not required.

Travel The expected travel for this role is up to 15%.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must be able to safely operate a moving vehicle per our company policy.
• Occasional extended hours are expected to complete assembly or take-down activities on-site during trade shows and events, as well as in the office.

Our Benefits Include:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
• Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice

Financial Security

• Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
• Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
• Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
• Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!

Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!

Explore Opportunities & Apply Today!

Disclaimer:

This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or a family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.

Executive Chef

• New Orleans, LA, USA
• Full-time
• Job-Category: Culinary
• Job Type: Permanent
• Job Schedule: Full-Time

Company Description

Company Description

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a renowned luxury hotel brand with a global presence and a commitment to creating lasting memories for our guests. With over 30,000 colleagues worldwide, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service, fostering a culture of excellence, and making special happen.

Hotel Overview:

Located in the heart of downtown Fairmont New Orleans will be an impressive new addition to Fairmont’s luxury portfolio, offering 250 luxury guest rooms, four food & drink venues, a rooftop pool with expansive views of the city, more than 19,000 square feet of function space, and a 10,000 square-foot spa.

This property is destined to become an illustrious destination in the Central Business District, nearby the city’s renowned and historic French Quarter.

Job Description

What do we expect from you?

Reporting to the Director, Food & Beverage, the Executive Chef’s primary responsibility is to ensure a high-quality food product by supervising all Chefs and culinary team in all phases of food production.

Objectives/ Accountabilities:

• Comply at all times with Fairmont standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations
• Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
• Lead an outstanding culinary team in a high volume, luxury hotel
• Be innovative, detailed oriented, quality conscious and aware of new trends in presentation and preparation
• Develop and prepare new signature items for the Hotel and/or special functions
• Effectively plan and develop menus for the hotel considering factors such as product availability, food and service cost, marketing conditions and business volume; assign prices for daily menus that result in net profit; participate in making decisions regarding printing, layout, posting, and distribution of menus while ensuring the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and demonstration
• Executive Steward reports to this role
• Works in strict collaboration with the Executive Steward in order to uphold the cleanliness and the hygiene necessary in the kitchen
• Supervise Chefs in all phases of the food production function ensuring adequate operations in all outlets (i.e. plate presentation, food portion size, visual appeal, taste, and temperature)
• Oversee daily activities such as preparation for all food items, sanitation of the outlets, receiving daily inventories, log on report, and food cost report
• Review and approve weekly payroll
• Support environmental initiatives by, when possible, seeking organic food options
• Attend F&B meetings, Banquet Event Order (BEO) meetings, schedule and conduct monthly department meetings
• Communicate to engineering any physical maintenance problems
• Promote professional work habits that will develop an environment of respect, integrity, teamwork, and empowerment
• Ensure the department operation budget is strictly adhered to and that all costs are controlled (i.e. labor costs, food costs, expenses, etc.)
• Responsible for hiring all kitchen colleagues and conducting new hire and annual performance reviews
• Direct involvement with ongoing employee training and development; continuously provides and/or encourages employees in opportunities for internal and external training
• Follows and enforces fire prevention policies and all Hotel regulations, including those listed in the Employee Guide
• Seek opportunities to increase revenues
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Previous leadership experience in the Culinary field required
• Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent preferred
• Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline preferred
• Complete knowledge of classical, contemporary and international cuisine
• Technical knowledge in banquet food production and presentation
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible and reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, long hours may be required
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all time

Physical Demands:

• Lifting-Under 20lbs 10% of Work Time
• Carrying- Under 20lbs 10% of Work Time
• Pulling- Over 20lbs 10% of Work Time
• Sitting – 30% of Work Time
• Work Environment- Exposure to humidity, dust, noise, hot and cold temperatures

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.