Lead Project Engineer

About the role

Nooter/Eriksen is seeking a Lead Project Engineer to join our Project Engineering Team. This role is part of a team that manages supplier subcontracts throughout all phases of a project to ensure equipment is delivered on time or ahead of schedule and meets contract specifications.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Manager of Project Engineering and provide customer technical support from contract through delivery to jobsite
• Maintain customer relationships through quality support while minimizing costs and risks to Nooter/Eriksen
• Aid in the selection of technically acceptable fabrication suppliers and resolve all supplier clarifications, exceptions, non-conformances, and technical fabrication issues with support from the project design team
• Be responsible for the proper and timely transfer of design information from the Nooter/Eriksen Project design team and customers and suppliers, including documentation transmission
• Assist the Lead Field Project Engineer as needed to resolve technical and logistical issues during field construction

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in an engineering/technical role or project execution role in a related field
• General knowledge of applicable boiler and steel construction codes (ASME/ASTM/AISC/Etc.)
• Proficient critical thinking skills
• Strong ability to discern technical queries and act accordingly, understand cost and schedule impacts, and act accordingly
• Strong ability to lead and coordinate with internal/subcontract/detail resources for urgent support
• Experience as a technical lead and point of contact for customers, erectors, and supply base
• BS Degree in Engineering or suitable 4-year degree
• SQL/VBA database training/experience preferred
• Strong ability to multi-task, proficiently maintain priorities
• Ability to read, write, problem solve, make quick decisions, interpret data, and analyze results; effective written and verbal communication is essential

Qualifications

• Domestic and international travel up to 20% required for this role

Benefits

We offer a flexible work schedule with the option of working half-days on Fridays, year-round! We provide a full benefits package including a 401(K) with an employer match and an annual non-elective contribution, medical coverage with an employer contribution toward the HSA, dental and short-term disability fully covered by the company, vision and fitness reimbursement, and a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to advance their career, explore career paths, and grow personally and professionally.

Pay

The pay for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This position is a hybrid role, depending on business needs.

Skills

We value proficiency in SQL/VBA database training/experience, strong critical thinking skills, and the ability to discern technical queries and act accordingly. We also appreciate experience as a technical lead and point of contact for customers, erectors, and supply base.

Benefits

We offer a full benefits package including a 401(K) with an employer match and an annual non-elective contribution, medical coverage with an employer contribution toward the HSA, dental and short-term disability fully covered by the company, vision and fitness reimbursement, and a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to advance their career, explore career paths, and grow personally and professionally.