Engineering Jobs in Plaquemine, LA

Job Overview

The Turnaround QA Technicians act as the primary interface between contractor QC inspectors, QA Coordinators, and other members of the turnaround team. Their main duty is to monitor contractor performance in the field—helping ensure the quality of work meets plant expectations.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Spend 80% of the day in assigned areas observing contractor activities.
• Audit contractor flange inspections for proper execution by Qualified Flange Inspectors.
• Audit contractor flange make-up to ensure compliance with the Site Flange Makeup Procedure.
• Audit contractor work for adherence to plant procedures, EMETL practices, and pipe specifications.
• Spot check materials (nuts, bolts, gaskets, piping, valves, etc.) for correct installation and green PMI tags. If not PMI’ed, items must be re-verified or replaced.
• Ensure proper material handling and storage as per G8S-6500-10 (“Welding Material Control”), G8S-6500-11 (“Materials Segregation”), and contractor’s TA Quality Plan.
• Spot check leak detection tubing installation.
• Validate completion of touch-up/repair painting; ensure contractor QCs are tracking repairs.
• Assist inspectors with photos, documentation, etc., at hold or witness points as needed.
• Verify that contractor quality checklists and reports are completed and submitted according to the TA Quality Plan.
• Review documentation upon completion, organize field walks and sign-offs per the RTO process, and collaborate with contractor QA representatives to close punch lists.
• Learn and verify tubing fitting assembly; ensure correct procedures are followed.
• Cooperate with QAQC team and TACs for RTO systems/jobs; organize field walks and log deficiencies.
• Forward documents requiring archiving to the TA documenter.
• Generate non-conformance reports for deviations from plant or contractor practices, specifications, procedures, or TA Quality Plans.
• Update the Quality Team shift activity log for effective communication across shifts.
• Comply with all EH&S and LHC TA Safety Plan requirements.

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of chemical plant and skilled craft experience
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Access)
• Ability to work effectively in a team; good interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High school diploma or GED required
• Current, valid US driver’s license
• Willingness to adhere to all safety policies—including smoke/tobacco and drug-free workplace
• Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to work within an empowered team environment
• Familiarity with SAP, CPPS, site equipment/drawing files, and TA work processes/procedures is helpful but not required

EH&S Technician

The EH&S Technician provides on-site Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) field support in Plaquemine, Louisiana. This role primarily focuses on worker safety, OSHA compliance, and EPA compliance through active engagement in the field.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide 80% EH&S field coverage focused on:
• Worker safety monitoring
• OSHA compliance support
• EPA compliance support
• Conduct field observations and engage with workers to promote safe work practices.
• Communicate safety expectations clearly and effectively to site personnel.
• Partner with EH&S peers to ensure consistent safety coverage across designated areas.
• Support site safety initiatives as directed by EH&S leadership.
• Escalate concerns or findings appropriately to EH&S management.

Must-Have Skills & Qualifications

• Strong communication skills (critical for success in this role)
• Basic understanding of workplace safety principles
• Previous safety training or EH&S experience is preferred, but not required
• No specific technical or “hard” safety certifications required for consideration

Work Environment

• 100% On-site
• Field-based safety role within a chemical manufacturing environment

Job Title: Documentation Administrator (Doc Admin)

(Turnaround Project)

Shift: 12-hour shifts

TWIC Card Required

Position Overview:

The Doc Admin will be responsible for managing and organizing all documentation and technical data within the chemical plant. This role ensures compliance with all regulations, safety standards, and operational efficiency protocols. The Documentation Administrator plays a critical part in maintaining accurate and accessible records to support the plant’s operational excellence, especially during turnaround projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Document Management

• Organize, maintain, and update all safety manuals, operational protocols, and technical data sheets.
• Ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and complies with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Collect and analyze production data to inform operational decisions.
• Prepare regular reports on plant performance metrics, productivity, and efficiency.

Compliance & Quality Control

• Ensure all documentation consistently meets environmental and safety regulations.
• Assist with regular audits and support quality assurance initiatives to uphold compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Prior experience with documentation or data administration in an industrial or chemical plant setting is preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a plant environment.
• Strict adherence to safety protocols required, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Position involves 12-hour shifts as part of a turnaround project.
• Must possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.

Job Title: Scheduling Technologist

Position Summary:

The Scheduling Technologist manages capital and expense project schedules by collecting contractor updates, integrating daily progress into the master Primavera P6 schedule, and proactively informing construction managers of schedule risks, delays, or deviations. As the central point of schedule intelligence, this role is critical for maintaining project alignment and ensuring timely execution across all project phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, integrate, and maintain comprehensive master project schedules across all phases: Front-End Loading, Detail Design, Procurement, Construction, and Start-up/Commissioning.
• Establish schedule baselines and support ongoing performance reporting to ensure projects remain within approved timelines and tolerances.
• Gather and coordinate schedule data inputs from various disciplines and functions for accurate forecasting, resource loading, and reporting.
• Identify schedule deviations, engage project/turnaround steering teams to determine root causes, and coordinate appropriate mitigation actions.
• Develop and assess conceptual schedules to evaluate alternative strategies or address potential scheduling risks.
• Maintain and update project schedules throughout the project lifecycle; incorporate modifications due to scope changes or delays.
• Integrate cost estimates with resource-loaded schedules to align the estimated scope of work with the project timeline.
• Utilize Primavera P6 for schedule development, maintenance, and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience scheduling in a chemical or refining manufacturing facility.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 (required).
• Ability to work a 4x10 schedule (four 10-hour days) with flexibility to support extended, weekend, or night shifts as required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, capable of prioritizing and accomplishing tasks independently.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

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