Project Engineer (Salt Lake)

About the role

Primero USA is seeking a Project Engineer to join our team in Salt Lake City, Utah. This permanent, full-time position offers a unique opportunity to be part of Primero’s growth and success. Primero, an Australian-founded company established in 2011, specializes in the design, procurement, and construction management of mineral processing plants. The Project Engineer will play a key role in supporting the successful execution of mining and heavy industrial projects across all phases, from engineering and procurement through construction and commissioning.

This role reports directly to the Engineering Manager and involves working as part of a multidisciplinary project team to support project coordination, contractor management, technical problem-solving, and site execution activities. The position ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within schedule and budget requirements. The role may involve site activities depending on project requirements and is ideal for a hands-on, adaptable engineer who enjoys balancing technical responsibilities with project coordination in a fast-paced EPCM environment.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of Project Teams, sub-contractors, and vendors, including conducting weekly meetings with contractors and internal project coordination meetings.
• Read and interpret specifications, technical drawings, schematics, and other engineering documentation/reports.
• Perform calculations for site modifications, lift studies, and general site engineering problem-solving using engineering formulas and skills.
• Apply US or Canadian Standards and codes or identify alternatives and solutions to code exceptions and devise new approaches to problems encountered.
• Provide technical management and quality control and assurance for all contractors’ works on site.
• Review contractor quality documentation and support project quality assurance activities.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Inform relevant personnel of changes to design and/or scope that may impact deadlines, workloads, assignments, project budget, or team dynamics.
• Stay abreast of project design and construction schedules.
• Control and monitor contractor costs and variations through project management skills.
• Monitor project scope creep and work with the Project Manager on delivery of any additional client service requests.
• Develop satisfactory client relationships to ensure repeat business for the company.
• Complete work in a timely fashion with a diligent attitude, focusing on safety during all activities.
• Remain up to date on developments in the profession and within the organization.
• Participate and contribute to a team effort, exchanging ideas and recommending improvements.
• Perform self-appraisals and appraisals of any subordinates.
• Provide direction to all internal project members during all project phases to ensure schedule, budget, and QA specifications are met.
• Manage sub-contractors and vendors during supply, construction, and commissioning phases of any project.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred (Utah preferred; any U.S. state license will be considered).
• 3 to 7 years of experience in a similar role within the mineral processing, mining, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, and scheduling tools (Primavera P6 preferred, but MS Project is acceptable).
• Experience supporting construction and commissioning activities in industrial or mining environments, including onsite exposure.
• Strong understanding of project execution, contractor coordination, project schedules, scope changes, and multidisciplinary project environments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Solid understanding of applicable engineering standards, codes, and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve technical and site-related challenges.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative environment with frequent technical discussions and team exchanges.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and project demands.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and focused on delivering high-quality work within project schedules and budgets.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced project environments with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Accountable and results-driven, with a strong sense of ownership over your work.
• Committed to safety and promoting a strong HSE culture on projects and sites.
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the USA.

Benefits

• Competitive salary tailored to your skills and experience.
• Full insurance coverage from day one.
• 401k plan with 5% employer matching.
• Up to 10 paid sick days per year.
• Casual work environment.
• Flexible, possibility of hybrid work schedule.

Schedule

40 hours per week.