Project Engineer Jobs in Lake Charles, LA

A Project Engineer in the construction industry is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing the technical aspects of a construction project. This includes reviewing designs and drawings, ensuring compliance with safety and building codes, preparing project schedules, and managing project resources. They work closely with Project Managers, Architects, and other Engineers to ensure successful project execution from conception to completion. They are also responsible for troubleshooting technical issues that arise during the construction process.

Important skills for a Project Engineer include strong technical knowledge in engineering and construction, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills. They should be proficient in using project management and CAD software. Relevant certifications could include a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Project Engineer include Field Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Design Engineer.

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Field Engineer - Heavy Civil - Kiewit Foundations Co 2026

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 6 hours ago

We are looking for people pursuing one of the following college majors: Civil, Mining, Mechanical, & Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Management related degrees....

Lead Piping Field Engineer

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 1 day ago

Establish a piping design/field engineering working relationship and lines of communication with the Project Engineer, including agreement on piping engineering deliverables and overall construction...

Mechanical Field Engineer - Preservation

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 8 days ago

STR / Subcontract Coordinator Reviews and approves inspection test plans Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals Education and Experience Requirements: Requires bachelor's degree (or international...

Lead Mechanical Field Engineer

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 19 days ago

Reviews and approves inspection test plans Supervises reviews of subcontractor submittals Education and Experience Requirements: Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8 -10 years...

Piping Field Engineer

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 28 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 28 days ago

Requisition ID: 286011 Relocation Authorized: National/International - Accompanied Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Lake Charles, LA Extraordinary teams building inspiring...

Concrete Field Engineer

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 29 days ago

Specialized courses in construction management....

Field Engineer - Subcontracts

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 30+ days ago

STR / Subcontract Coordinator Reviews and approves inspection test plans, Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals, ensuring that all submittals are reviewed and coded by the appropriate parties...

Lead Area Field Engineer - Tanks

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation and Marine) and provide day to day direction and supervision Work with Area superintendent to ensure that quantities are reported, verified and submitted...

Field Engineer

  • Vinton, LA (22 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vinton, LA (22 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

Assisting management with field & office operations such as ordering of materials and quality control Receive and review change orders....

Electrical Construction Field Engineer - Oil, Gas, & Chemical (OGC)

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Provide mentoring and strong leadership for a team of Electrical Field, and Field Engineers Qualifications Graduated with a degree in Construction Management or related degree At least 3 years of electrical...

Mechanical Field Engineer - Tank B

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Enforces policies, procedures and related work rules as established by field construction management....

Intermediate Marine Structural Engineer

  • Westlake, LA (2 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Westlake, LA (2 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

Intermediate Marine Structural Engineer WorleyConsulting Baton Rouge, Louisiana Worley Consulting. Be part of the solution. The dual challenge of supplying energy to a growing population, while...

Project Engineer II

  • Sulphur, LA (10 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sulphur, LA (10 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

Description Summary of Description: Develop and oversee the engineering and design efforts for construction drawings / packages for projects. Duties: Assist in the definition of project work...

Construction Field Engineer

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Summary; Directs, coordinates, initiates, plans, and schedules engineering functions for field construction activities. Typically, the scope of activities is limited to one aspect of a complex...

Demographic Data for Lake Charles, LA

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Lake Charles, LA

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Lake Charles, LA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.4%
Master's Degree
25.8%
High School or GED
8.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.2%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Project Engineers in Lake Charles, LA
2-4 years
37.5%
1-2 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
12.5%
None
12.5%
4-6 years
8.3%
6-8 years
8.3%
10+ years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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