About Careertakes

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Summary

This Contract-to-Hire, entry-level engineering role supports midstream and pipeline projects in New Orleans, LA. Candidates with a Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Chemical engineering background will perform technical drafting, P&ID interpretation, I/O list and Cause & Effect matrix development, field verifications, and client-facing support. The position combines office work (AutoCAD, documentation) with site visits.

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Responsibilities

• Create detailed I/O (input/output) lists from P&IDs and electrical drawings to support controls and instrumentation design.
• Develop Cause & Effect matrices using I/O lists, P&IDs, and electrical drawings to define system behavior and interlocks.
• Draft and revise drawings in AutoCAD based on I/O lists, P&IDs, and electrical drawings, following project standards.
• Interpret and review P&IDs, electrical drawings, and project documents to support engineering decisions and design updates.
• Assist with project coordination, tracking changes, supporting change orders, and communicating updates to stakeholders.
• Support design, documentation, and technical analysis for midstream and pipeline engineering tasks.
• Conduct field visits for work verification, confirm as-built conditions, and collect data to update engineering documentation.
• Interface with clients and multidisciplinary internal teams to clarify requirements and present findings.
• Maintain organized and accurate engineering records and drawings throughout project lifecycle.

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Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred; Electrical, Civil, or Chemical acceptable).
• Up to 2 years of engineering experience, including internships, co-ops, or relevant academic project work.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings, and technical documents.
• Experience creating/updating I/O lists and Cause & Effect matrices from drawings.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for drafting and modifying engineering drawings.
• Foundational understanding of mechanical or electrical engineering principles applicable to industrial/pipeline environments.
• Strong project coordination skills, attention to detail, and effective communication for client interaction.

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Additional Skills (Preferred)

• Coursework or experience with industrial control systems, instrumentation, or process engineering concepts.
• Interest in midstream and pipeline projects and a desire to grow technical expertise in that sector.
• Exposure to project engineering or project management tasks.
• Comfortable working independently in the field and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to learn new responsibilities and support local operation growth.

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Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based with regular field visits. Office work includes AutoCAD drafting, documentation, and coordination with project teams. Field work involves on-site verification, data collection, and client meetings. The position is full-time, contract-to-hire, and requires on-site presence in New Orleans, LA.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour (hourly range provided by the client).
• Actual pay will be determined by relevant factors including experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
• If eligible, benefits for the temporary period may include medical, dental & vision, 401(k), voluntary life/AD&D, short- and long-term disability, HSA options, transportation benefits, EAP, and paid time off—subject to plan terms and eligibility.

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Job Type & Location

• Contract to Hire — Full time (on-site)
• Location: New Orleans, LA (local candidates or those willing to relocate for on-site work)

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Application & Compliance Notes

Careertakes supports a fair hiring process on behalf of our client. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Careertakes directly. The selection process will comply with applicable federal and state employment laws.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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