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Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level

John H. Carter Company, Inc.
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026 CLOSED ON 2/10/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level position at John H. Carter Company, Inc.?

  • Client Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with all client personnel, including direct and contract employees.
  • Technical Expertise: Serve as a SME for rotating equipment, continuously expanding knowledge in this area.
  • Product Knowledge: Maintain a deep understanding of reliability platforms, especially Emerson’s AMS products and services.
  • Consulting Skills: Apply advanced consulting skills, including risk management, project management, financial analysis, and persuasive communication.
  • Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and standards, including OSHA.
  • Regular and predictable attendance is essential for this position.
  • Collect and analyze machinery condition data using Emerson’s and Windrock’s suite of tools, hardware, and software. Interpret results in the context of process variables and operational conditions to provide accurate diagnostics and actionable insights for asset health and performance improvement.
  • Build, manage, and optimize vibration databases for efficient route-based monitoring and long-term asset trending.
  • Interpret vibration signatures and generate professional technical reports, including recommended corrective actions.
  • Support proper collection techniques and data transfer processes.
  • Collaborate closely with reliability, maintenance, and operations teams to support asset health decisions.
  • Identify opportunities for program improvement and recommend technology enhancements.
  • Continuously pursue certifications and predictive technology mastery through structured coursework and hands-on experience.

Immigrant sponsorship is not available for this position.

PLEASE NOTE: John H Carter Company is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of John H Carter Company about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at John H Carter Company via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid and executed search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of John H Carter Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by John H Carter Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.

If you wish to become an approved agency to assist us in our employment efforts, please submit your request to careers@johnhcarter.com.

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