Engineer - Mechanical

POWER UP YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here!

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are searching for a Mechanical Engineer to join our growing operation in New Iberia, LA.  The role of the Engineer Mechanical is to provide mechanical engineering support for the sales and project management teams. Provide technical guidance to support a team selling environment. Daily interface with customers and staff to ensure project schedules and performance objectives are met safely and on schedule.  Responsible for designing and evaluating electrical systems associated with the Divisions portfolio of products.  

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

•  Work with a team to incorporate customer specifications and prepare detailed design packages and shop fabrication drawings for equipment skids, enclosures, and other structures to comply with Marine, Industrial  and Petroleum industry standards. 
• Complete assigned mechanical and structural designs and 3D models in inventor and AutoCAD timely to  support our manufacturing activities, conforming to standards, and meeting customer requirements
• Assist in development of bill of materials for budgets, estimating labor, and material costs for projects  related to division sales activities
• Inspect completed projects to ensure conformance to design, equipment specifications and compliance  with operational and safety standards as well as taking final measurements to develop as-built drawings.
• Provide internal and external communication on technical issues 
• Conduct field surveys, study graphs, diagrams, and other engineering data to identify and correct designs
• Investigate design issues, determine nature and extent of problem, recommend remedial measures, and  correct and revise designs
• Embrace and support quality management system initiatives to achieve a continuous improvement  environment 
• Follow and enforce all safety rules and procedures; identify and report all safety issues 
• Complete training requirements identified by Louisiana Cat to earn and maintain job specific training  certifications as required
• Embrace and support quality management system initiates to achieve a continuous improvement  environment 

MOST IMPORTANT QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or higher degree in mechanical engineering or related field from accredited university 
• AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor 3D experience
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• Excellent communication and customer service skills  
• Excellent time management skills with ability to be flexible in handling changing schedules and priorities  
• 5-8 years of relevant experience including in the detailed design and fabrication of skid equipment  packages and structural design preferred  
• FEA and CFD experience preferred  

LOUISIANA CAT BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, Vision, $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
• Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
• Employee Discounts
• Credit Union
• Technician Career Development Program - Shop & Field Service Training

SAFETY IN ALL WE DO

• We require strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations.
• We maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local safety and company regulations.
• All employees must follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures.
• Louisiana Cat is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana and THC products.

WHY PEOPLE JOIN LOUISIANA CAT

• We are dedicated to fostering a safe and meaningful work environment that empowers our employees and customers.
• We are known for creating lasting partnerships, guided by our strong company values, customer experience culture and safety standards.
• We are committed to the long-term growth and success of both our employees and customers.
• We have energy, focus and passion delivering results because what we do impacts our customers each and every day.
• We work across Construction, Electrical Power, Industrial, Marine Engines and Oil & Gas industries.
• We invest in training and development programs for our employees to build their toolkit and career paths here at Louisiana Cat.
• We offer competitive pay and benefits, paid holidays and vacation, employee incentive programs and 401(k) company match programs.

WHO WE ARE

We are a growing organization focused on creating a positive impact on our employees, customers and communities in which we operate. We seek out employees who are inspired by our values, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to become a part of a dynamic company backed by 90+ years of success. We have 23 locations across Louisiana and the Gulf South with Corporate HQ located in Reserve, LA and Power Systems HQ located in New Iberia, LA.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We proudly hire U.S. Veterans.
• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co., LLC) uses E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires. Click here for your rights: click here for more information
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• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are drug-free workplaces and post-offer, pre-employment process includes background check, drug/alcohol screen, and if applicable for the role, pre-employment physical/fit for duty assessments.