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Cajun Industries

Mechanical Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing technically sound solutions for both new installations and modifications to existing facilities. The successful candidate will work closely ...

Cajun Industries

Mechanical Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing technically sound solutions for both new installations and modifications to existing facilities. The successful candidate will work closely ...

Cajun Industries

Mechanical Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing technically soundsolutions for both new installations and modifications to existing facilities. The successful candidate will work closely ...

HGA

Mechanical Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

This Mechanical Engineer is responsible for developing and executing mechanical engineering designs, calculations, and specifications to support Oil & Gas, Refinery, and Chemical industry projects ...

Savard Group

Mechanical Engineer

Saint Gabriel, LA · On-site

$41 - $58/hr

Mechanical Engineer up to $120,000 yearly salary Join SAVARD Personnel Group - where your skills are valued! Key Requirements: * Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering or a ...

WorleyParsons

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

- Senior Mechanical Engineer (BAT00HA) Senior Mechanical Engineer - BAT00HA Company : Worley Primary Location Job Mechanical Schedule Full-time Employment Type : Employee Job Posting Aug 17, 2026 ...

Worley

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$100K - $132K/yr

This position supports mechanical engineering deliverables across applicable project phases for the design and delivery of process and utility equipment across oil, gas, chemical, petrochemical ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for mechanical engineer job in Baton Rouge, LA is $98,787.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,300.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mechanical Engineer Job vs Mechanical Designer?

AspectMechanical Engineer JobMechanical Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, PE license (optional)Associate's or Bachelor's in Mechanical Design or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign, analysis, testing, and project management in various industriesCreating detailed CAD models and drawings for manufacturing
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, manufacturing, aerospace, automotiveProduct design companies, manufacturing firms, R&D

Mechanical Engineers focus on designing, analyzing, and testing mechanical systems, often overseeing projects from concept to completion. Mechanical Designers primarily create detailed CAD models and drawings to guide manufacturing. While both roles require technical skills, Mechanical Engineers typically have broader responsibilities including analysis and project management, whereas Mechanical Designers specialize in detailed design work.

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Infographic showing various Mechanical Engineer Job job openings in Baton Rouge, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,787 per year, or $47.5 per hour.

Mechanical Engineer

Cajun Industries

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Cajun Industries rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

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Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position will support the planning, design,
and execution of mechanical engineering projects for industrial facilities. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing technically sound
solutions for both new installations and modifications to existing facilities. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, engineers,
designers, clients, vendors, and construction personnel throughout all phases of project execution, from front-end engineering through detailed design,
procurement, and construction.

Responsibilities

Develop mechanical engineering designs, calculations, specifications, data sheets, equipment lists, requisitions, and technical bid evaluations.
• Specify and evaluate fixed and rotating equipment, including pressure vessels, tanks, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, packaged equipment, ect.
• Review process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, equipment layouts, vendor drawings, and other multidisciplinary design documents.
• Prepare mechanical equipment specifications and procurement packages in accordance with project and client requirements.
• Perform technical evaluations of vendor proposals and provide recommendations for equipment selection.
• Review vendor drawings, calculations, and documentation for compliance with project specifications and applicable codes.
• Coordinate mechanical design requirements with process, piping, civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation, and construction disciplines.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, client specifications, safety requirements, and regulatory requirements.
• Review engineering deliverables for technical accuracy, completeness, constructability, and consistency.
• Communicate directly with clients, vendors, and project stakeholders regarding technical requirements and project status.
• Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, hazard reviews, and project coordination meetings.
• Maintain organized engineering documentation and support company quality-control procedures.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Experience supporting industrial, refining, petrochemical, chemical, energy, or manufacturing facilities is strongly preferred. 5 years or more
• Working knowledge of fixed equipment, rotating equipment, packaged mechanical systems, and related engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards, including ASME, API, ANSI, ASTM, NFPA, and OSHA requirements.
• Experience preparing equipment specifications, data sheets, calculations, requisitions, technical bid evaluations, and vendor-document reviews.
• Ability to interpret process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, equipment layouts, piping drawings, and vendor documentation.
• Experience with brownfield projects, field investigations, and modifications to operating facilities is preferred.
• Strong technical writing, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering, design, procurement, construction, and client teams.
• Ability to independently manage assigned engineering tasks and identify potential technical or project-execution risks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and commonly used mechanical engineering software.
• Professional Engineer license or progress toward professional licensure is preferred.
• Must be able to visit industrial project sites and perform field walkdowns as required.

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