ECI Group
Wear plate manufacturer and supplier
Mechanical Project Engineer
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
- At least 10 years of experience in petrochemical, chemical, or refinery construction or project management is required, including experience in manufacturing and utilities.
- Knowledge of mechanical engineering and experience with the design, delivery, startup, and commissioning of large modular skid equipment packages and hydrogen chloride and sodium sulfate handling equipment packages are required.
- Proficiency with project management software, budgeting tools, data analysis, modeling, and reporting is required.
- The role requires leadership, communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
- The candidate must be a United States citizen or permanent United States resident.
- The candidate must be able to work onsite at the client's manufacturing facility in Waggaman, Louisiana.
- Manage delivery, construction, startup, and commissioning activities for the Dimethyl Carbonate and Ethyl Methyl Carbonate modular equipment at the Waggaman facility.
- Review equipment designs for reliability and maintainability for the Morimatsu modules and hydrogen chloride and sodium sulfate handling system equipment packages.
- Participate in capital projects and equipment commissioning activities.
- Support installation, startup, and performance testing of the EMC and DMC 1 and 2 modular unit equipment.
- Assist with spare-parts optimization and inventory management.
- Lead projects through equipment delivery, permitting, construction, commissioning, and closeout while coordinating across project phases.
- Develop, monitor, and control project budgets; identify cost variances; implement corrective actions; and prepare and present budget and status reports.
- Create detailed project schedules, track progress, and ensure adherence to timelines while managing dependencies and resource allocation.
- Support consultant selection and subcontractor management, negotiate rates, manage change orders, and resolve disputes.
- Ensure projects meet design, safety, and regulatory standards and conduct quality reviews and compliance checks.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for project owners and communicate project status, risks, and opportunities.
- Prepare performance reports, financial models, and presentations for executive leadership and stakeholders.
- Advanced degrees are advantageous.
- Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design are advantageous.
About the company
ECI Group through Enduraclad International provides wear protection solutions, including wear steel and ceramic liner plates, as well as steel, ceramic and polymer linings and smooth overlays. Its products extend equipment life by supplying durable wear-resistant surfaces for harsh industrial service, manufactured in two ISO-certified workshops in Western Australia with a direct national and international supply chain. The company prioritizes quality with ISO 9001:2015 certification and Equal Assurance verification to standardize processes and maintain product quality. It differentiates itself as a one-stop shop for wear solutions with in-house manufacturing and a broad product range, aiming to deliver reliable wear protection to industrial customers across Australia and beyond and help reduce downtime.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
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Founded
2011
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- ECI acquired Ardmore at Flowers in Clayton, N.C., first Almanac-backed deal.
- ECI provided a $17.66 million mezzanine loan for Davenport, Florida, proving lending traction.
- ECI won 2026 Best Places to Work in Multifamily, aiding recruiting and retention.
What critics are saying
- Concord Wilshire sued in April 2026, alleging ECI abandoned the Main Street bankruptcy deal.
- ECI's lending platform ties earnings to refinancing demand; a credit freeze hits originations.
- Texas and Southeast concentration concentrates storms, insurance spikes, and rent softness into 2027.
What makes ECI Group unique
- ECI and ApexOne have acquired or developed 50,000 units across 160 communities.
- Almanac committed $350 million in 2024, plus ECI's integrated own-develop-manage-lend model.
- ECI targets existing multifamily assets, workforce housing, and value-add redevelopments, not pure ground-up.
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ECI Group has received a $350 million equity infusion from Almanac Realty Investors to support its expansion in the multifamily sector. Alongside a new debt platform with Smith Hill Capital and InterVest, these initiatives are expected to generate over $3 billion in investment and financing growth in the next 3-5 years. ECI plans to acquire and develop multifamily communities in the Southeast and Texas, leveraging both direct investments and joint venture partnerships.