Project Engineer

Project Engineer – Structural / Mechanical

Location: Richland, WA
Pay Rate: $60/hr
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Work Type: On-site

Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Project Engineer with strong industrial and structural experience to support capital projects within a manufacturing environment. This role operates in an owner’s representative capacity, requiring both technical depth and project coordination across the full project lifecycle, from pre-FEED through commissioning and startup.

The ideal candidate brings a balance of design involvement, field support, and project execution oversight, with the ability to collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced EPCm environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support projects across the full lifecycle, including pre-FEED, FEED, detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning
• Participate directly in structural design and analysis for industrial manufacturing facilities
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams including engineering, procurement, construction, and project controls
• Provide on-site construction support, ensuring alignment with design intent and project requirements
• Identify and resolve engineering deliverable gaps within stage-gate / front-end loading processes
• Integrate competing priorities to ensure smooth project execution and delivery
• Assist in managing scope, schedule, cost, and quality objectives
• Support development and maintenance of project baselines and execution plans
• Collaborate with project leadership to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and support mitigation strategies
• Participate in client interactions, reporting, and project status communications
• Support change management processes, including scope adjustments and documentation
• Contribute to project planning, budgeting, and scheduling efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field
• 8+ years of experience in industrial or manufacturing project environments
• Experience supporting capital projects ($1M–$400M) within an EPCm structure
• Strong background in structural design and analysis for industrial facilities
• Proficiency with structural analysis tools such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards including ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI
• Experience with vertical construction projects
• Ability to work effectively in an on-site, client-facing environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications

• PE License (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe)
• SE License is a plus
• Prior experience in an owner’s representative role
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical execution with project coordination

What Success Looks Like

• Delivers technically sound work while staying engaged in project execution
• Communicates clearly across teams and stakeholders
• Anticipates issues early and drives practical solutions
• Operates with accountability in a highly visible, on-site role