Mechanical Project Engineer

Project Engineer (Midstream / Mechanical - Part-Time)Location: Broussard / Larose, Louisiana (on-site)Industry: Oil & Gas / MidstreamDuration: ~6 monthsSchedule: Part-time (~20 hours per week / ~2 days per week) Position OverviewA large midstream energy operator is seeking a part-time Junior Project Engineer to support an ongoing natural gas facilities infrastructure project in South Louisiana. This role focuses on field execution, fabrication oversight, and construction support for mechanical and compression-related equipment.The position reports into a Senior Mechanical Engineer and supports project activities through fabrication, installation, and field execution phases. This is a hands-on, site-based role suited for an experienced engineer who is comfortable working in active fabrication yards and operating facilities. Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with on-site oversight of compressor skid fabrication at a third-party fabrication facility in Broussard, LASupport the coordination and procurement of mechanical equipment and vendor deliverablesPerform field checks at the operating site to verify constructability, tie-in locations, and existing conditionsProvide field construction oversight, supporting contractor activities related to safety, quality, and scheduleCoordinate with contractors, fabricators, and internal engineering stakeholders to resolve field-level issuesPerform miscellaneous engineering and project support tasks as assignedRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred; other engineering disciplines considered)6+ years of experience supporting oil & gas, midstream, or industrial facilities projectsPrior exposure to compression systems, cryogenic facilities, or mechanical equipmentExperience in field engineering, fabrication oversight, construction support, or commissioning activitiesAbility to work independently in a field-based, project execution environmentLocal to, or able to routinely work in, Broussard / Larose, LouisianaEngagement DetailsPart-time contract position, approximately 20 hours per weekExpected 6-month duration, with potential adjustment based on project needsPrimarily site-based; limited administrative or corporate system requirements