Project Engineer

Description Job Title: Project Engineer Job Summary We are seeking a Project Engineer to support the Engineering Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing engineering activities for switchgear and engineered power system projects. This role is focused on project execution, engineering schedules, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination to help ensure projects progress from kickoff through engineering release and manufacturing on time. The Project Engineer will work closely with Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Drafting, Manufacturing, Operations, and Project Management to coordinate engineering activities, identify schedule risks, resolve issues, and maintain project momentum. The role will also support engineering changes, manufacturing redlines, documentation, and other activities required to successfully execute projects. This is an individual contributor position reporting directly to the Engineering Manager with no direct supervisory responsibility. Key Responsibilities Assist the Engineering Manager with engineering project scheduling, priorities, and resource coordinationDevelop and maintain engineering schedules, deliverables, and project milestonesCoordinate engineering activities from project kickoff through design release and manufacturingMonitor project progress and identify schedule risks, bottlenecks, and outstanding engineering deliverablesCoordinate work between Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Drafting, Manufacturing, Operations, and Project ManagementFollow up on open engineering actions and help drive issues to resolutionCoordinate engineering responses to manufacturing questions, production issues, and redlinesTrack engineering changes, revisions, project requirements, and required deliverablesSupport coordination of drawing and documentation revisions through PLM/PDM systemsParticipate in project meetings, design reviews, production meetings, and other cross-functional activitiesAssist with reviewing engineering documentation for completeness, accuracy, and project requirementsHelp coordinate implementation of engineering changes and project-specific requirementsCommunicate project status, schedule concerns, and engineering priorities to the Engineering Manager and project teamsEscalate technical or resource issues that may affect project schedules or deliverablesSupport continuous improvement of engineering project execution, scheduling, and communication processesHelp ensure engineering deliverables are completed on time and support successful project execution Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline3+ years of engineering experience, preferably in industrial, manufacturing, power distribution, or related environmentsExperience working on project-based or engineered-to-order productsStrong organizational and project coordination skillsAbility to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlinesAbility to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and project requirementsStrong communication skills and ability to work effectively across multiple departmentsStrong problem-solving and follow-through skillsAbility to identify schedule risks and coordinate actions to keep projects movingStrong attention to detail and technical documentation skills Preferred Qualifications Experience with switchgear or related power distribution equipmentExperience with E-House, modular power systems, equipment skids, or other engineered systemsExperience in an engineered-to-order manufacturing environmentFamiliarity with engineering change and release processesExperience with PLM/PDM systemsExperience coordinating manufacturing redlines and production-related engineering changesExperience with project scheduling, project management, or engineering project coordinationFamiliarity with applicable industry standards and codesExperience working across Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Drafting, Manufacturing, and Operations Work Environment Primarily office-based with regular interaction with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, and Project ManagementRegular interaction with the manufacturing floor to support project execution and resolve issuesNo travel requiredIndividual contributor position with no direct reports Benefits PTO/ESSTPaid holidays$100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurancePaid WeeklyVision and Dental Insurance401K / Life Insurance / STD