Project Engineer

Position Summary:

The Project Engineer is responsible for planning, scheduling, predicting, and 

managing the technical tasks of assigned projects to align work scope, resources, 

and job quality. Reviews project proposals and plans, identify project phases and 

milestones, and review job specifications. Coordinates hands-on work necessary at 

the job site or in the field. Monitor compliance to applicable regulations, job and/or 

customer specifications; serve as point of contact for employees, clients, and 

customers in the field. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Document job-specific received items to be placed at the work or job site 

(generators, electrical switchgear, chillers, etc.) and associated items, equipment, 

and gear. 

• Manage RFIs (request for information) and COs (certificate of occupancy) as 

required.

• Document and submit rigging inspections, JHAs (job hazard analysis), PTPs (pretask plan), equipment inspections, and maintenance records.

• Participate and contribute to all required meetings designated by the Project 

Manager.

• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure field teams have needed 

materials.

• Compile project billing and present to Project Manager monthly. 

• Scan and store digital blueprints and schematics for quick retrieval.

• Ensure all necessary field records and logs are kept timely and accurately. 

• Ensure changes are accurately posted to budget and other job tracking systems.

• Coordinate with various team members for accurate and timely recording of 

project costs, including timesheets, and daily report generation.

• Ability to visit job sites and/or onsite offices daily.

• Organize and inventory onsite storage and rigging needs through collaboration 

with site foremen.

• Generate daily and/or weekly reports for tracked items (Job Tracker, COs, POs, 

etc.) for PM. 

• Perform all other duties as necessary and directed.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education):

• High school diploma or GED equivalent. 

• Two (2) years’ experience providing project support with construction-related 

projects.

• Two (2) years’ experience using a Windows-based computer and working with MS 

Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

• Demonstrated ability to professionally interface with clients or customers in the 

field.

• Familiar with the variety of project concepts, practices, procedures, and risks.

• Strong interpersonal, supervisory, and project management skills.

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal); able to foster positive work 

relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Highly self-directed and self-motivated; works effectively on a team or 

independently. 

• Demonstrated problem-solving and time management skills.

• Ability to regularly participate and contribute to department and team meetings.

• Ability to read and interpret sets of data and plans including schematics, technical 

manuals, or blueprints.

• Valid driver’s license necessary.

• Ability to travel to local job or work sites as required.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

This is very physical, hands-on work. A Project Engineer must be able to perform 

General Physical Activities — activities that require considerable use of arms and legs 

and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, 

and handling or moving of materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Must have the ability 

to work off the ground at varying heights, and not be affected by moving machinery 

or parts. Willing and able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment and/or 

outdoors in all types of weather, and over uneven ground or terrain. 

Additional Requirements:

Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the 

job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the 

highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and 

in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. 

Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work 

performed by a Project Engineer and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, 

responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this 

job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.

MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer.