Project Engineer - Mechanical Infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and design of wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and municipal pumping systems
• Perform and review engineering calculations, hydraulic evaluations, and equipment sizing for mechanical systems
• Develop mechanical layouts, equipment specifications, and construction documents
• Aid in the preparation of design reports, technical memoranda, and regulatory documentation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems with civil, electrical, and structural designs
• Lead assigned project tasks and technical components with minimal oversight
• Monitor scope, schedule, and budgets for assigned project tasks and communicate progress with project leadership
• Coordinate work performed by technicians and junior staff to ensure consistency and quality
• Prepare construction specifications, cost estimates, and engineering documentation
• Support construction phase services including responding to contractor questions and reviewing submittals
• Collaborate with Project Managers and internal teams to ensure project goals are achieved
• Participate in client meetings and technical discussions related to project deliverables
• Mentor junior staff and support their professional development
• Contribute to proposal development and project pursuits
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, design standards, and project workflows

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 4+ years of relevant post-graduate engineering experience
• Experience supporting municipal infrastructure or water/wastewater projects
• Experience with engineering design software, CADD/BIM tools, and hydraulic or process modeling systems (preferred)

Skills

• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and municipal infrastructure systems
• Experience preparing technical reports, construction documents, and specifications
• Ability to coordinate technical work across multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong problem-solving, organization, and project management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Salary range: $79,000 to $126,500, with higher compensation possible for candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications
• Best-in-industry benefits including:
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Parental leave
• Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP)