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Entry Level Instrument/Controls Engineer

Pelican Energy Consultants
Covington, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2026

POSITION SUMMARY 

Capable of performing work as assigned and mentored by a Design Engineer, Lead Engineer, Project Engineer or Manager. Engineers usually design single elements (e.g. an instrument, a control panel, a wiring diagram, etc.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Essential Functions Statement(s) 

  • Develop understanding of client, industry, regulatory and other guidelines, codes, etc. 
  • Work toward having ability for developing engineering calculations using scope and criteria provided, with minimal direction. 
  • Work toward having ability for designing systems. 
  • Prepare design calculations as directed for criteria provided. 
  • Perform other technical assignments as directed. 
  • Work toward developing ability to coordinate efforts of drafting. 


POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

Competency Statement(s) 

  • Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
  • Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
  • Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
  • Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
  • Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
  • Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer.
  • Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
  • Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
  • Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.


SKILLS & ABILITIES 

Education : Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (four year college or university)

Experience : 0 - 2 years related experience

Computer Skills : Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel

Certificates & Licenses : Willingness to take Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE) and to pursue Professional Engineering License in the future.

Other Requirements 


Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. 


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