What We Need

Capital Project Engineer (On-Site)

Sigma Engineers & Constructors is looking for a Capital Project Engineer to support one of our client facilities located in Convent, Louisiana. In this role, you will oversee a portfolio of capital projects that span Asset Sustaining, Opportunity, and Large Capital efforts. The position involves everything from early‑stage project definition through design, estimating, scheduling, procurement, execution, and construction oversight within an active industrial setting.

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver capital projects across a range of sizes and complexities
Uphold and drive expectations related to safety, scope, schedule, cost, and quality
Manage contractors and support a strong, proactive safety culture
Oversee project documentation, approvals, reporting, and scheduling updates
Provide engineering design input and coordinate with external engineering partners
Prepare and maintain cost estimates, project budgets, and forecast updates
Build and track project schedules
Develop engineering work packages and technical deliverables
Oversee field execution and construction activities in an industrial environment
Contribute to department‑wide process improvements and best‑practice development
Support facility and company initiatives focused on safety, production, reliability, and growth
Continue technical and professional development while mentoring others, including contractors and craft personnel

Who We Need

Bachelor's degree in engineering required; Mechanical Engineering preferred
Broad understanding of engineering and construction disciplines is an advantage
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required
Familiarity with engineering software tools required
Highly organized, self‑motivated, and able to balance multiple priorities
Candidates with fewer years of experience may be considered for a lower‑level engineering role
Must be capable of working within an active chemical manufacturing environment

Engineer III Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience
Proven ability to manage projects and resolve technical challenges
Experience supporting construction activities within an industrial setting
Background in executing projects in operating plants or other brownfield environments
Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills

Senior Engineer Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
Demonstrated project leadership and problem‑solving abilities
Industrial construction management experience
Successful history delivering projects in active operating facilities
Strong leadership, communication, and people‑management skills
Able to guide, mentor, and oversee technical personnel independently

Who We Are

Founded in 1987, Sigma is a professional multi-discipline engineering and design company that serves the petrochemical, fertilizer, and refining industries. Privately owned and operated by Engineers, Sigma's culture empowers employees and clients to choose relationships and projects that fit our values and ultimately act as an extension of our clients. Our technical resources provide unmatched quality in multi-discipline engineering and design, in-plant services, supplier quality inspections, field services, automation, procurement and expediting, construction management, and leadership training.

If you would like to see more of what Sigma is about visit our website at www.sigmaec.com.

"We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

Ability to pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening.
Ability to pass background screening.
Must be authorized to work in the United States

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