What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr. Mechanical Engineer position at Engineering & Inspection Services?
Position Summary:
EIS is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support fixed equipment reliability and maintenance in a refinery/chemical plant environment. This role will provide hands-on engineering support for troubleshooting, equipment strategies, and improvement projects, while gaining exposure to API and ASME codes, Turnarounds, and client-facing engineering work. The ideal candidate will be an early-career engineer eager to grow their technical expertise in pressure vessels, piping, storage tanks, and other static equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Maintenance and Inspection teams to troubleshoot mechanical issues with pressure vessels, storage tanks, and piping systems.
- Support development and implementation of equipment maintenance strategies that improve reliability and comply with applicable codes and standards.
- Identify and help resolve operational reliability issues to enhance plant performance.
- Generate Management of Change (MOC) documentation and maintain unit records, tabulations, and drawings.
- Develop basic engineering packages for plant improvement projects.
- Perform thickness calculations per API 510 and API 570.
- Participate in Turnarounds and other planned outages as needed.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, including technical presentations and consulting.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to provide sound recommendations.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor of Science (or higher) degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
- 1–5 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
- Experience with large static equipment (vessels, piping, exchangers, heaters, etc.) required.
- Knowledge of Predictive and Preventive Maintenance Programs a plus.
- Familiarity with ASME and API codes preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders/stairs, and work at heights.
- Ability to enter confined spaces (with proper training/permits).
- Lift and carry up to 25–50 pounds occasionally.
- Normal hearing and vision (close, distance, depth perception, focus).
- Must wear required PPE: hardhat, safety glasses, FRC, gloves, steel-toed boots, hearing and respiratory protection as needed.
Working Conditions:
- Work performed in both office and plant/field environments.
- Exposure to outdoor weather, loud noise, fumes, chemicals, and moving equipment.
- May require extended hours, nights, weekends, or holidays during Turnarounds or outages.
- Travel to client sites may be required.
- Must comply with all site safety rules and medical/PPE requirements (e.g., TWIC, DISA, fit testing).
About Us:
Engineering & Inspection Services (EIS) is a multidisciplinary engineering firm offering Engineering & Design, Field Services, Inspection & Mechanical Integrity, and Technology Development. Founded by engineers, EIS has placed engineering at the core of our business since 2000. Our clients in the petrochemistry industry rely on us to exceed their expectations in safety, efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
At EIS, we bring knowledge, experience, and integrity to every project. With team members across the Gulf South and clients throughout the US, we prioritize the growth and well-being of our employees. EIS develops leaders at every level, fostering well-equipped and diverse professionals for long-term success. EIS is a recognized “Top Workplace” for 2025 and for the past four years running. Our offices are located in Metairie, Louisiana, and Beaumont, Texas, with a dedicated Inspection Division headquartered in Port Allen, Louisiana.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Engineering & Inspection Services, LLC (EIS) is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment 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.
Engineering & Inspection Services, LLC (EIS) participates in E-Verify and Right to Work to confirm identity and employment eligibility.
