Project Engineer

Job Description:

The Project Engineer will be instrumental in the design and execution of all municipal projects. This position will lead efforts in project management support, parts and components selection and specification review. The position will support project management in a technical role and assist with field service when required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Engineering & Technical Responsibilities

• Review and interpret process designs, P&IDs, hydraulic profiles, equipment layouts, and specifications.
  
• Support process, mechanical, electrical, and I&C engineers during detailed design.
  
• Perform or coordinate equipment sizing and selection (pumps, membranes, filters, chemical systems).
  
• Review vendor drawings, data sheets, and calculations for compliance with project requirements.
  
• Ensure designs meet regulatory standards (EPA, AWWA, NSF, local codes)
  

2. Project Execution & Coordination

• Act as a technical liaison between engineering, procurement, fabrication, and operations.
  
• Track engineering deliverables against the project schedule.
  
• Support development of construction work packages and installation details.
  
• Participate in design reviews, construct-ability reviews, and HAZOPs.
  
• Manage RFIs, technical clarifications, and field change requests.
  

3. Procurement & Vendor Management

• Prepare or support technical bid evaluations.
  
• Coordinate with suppliers on fabrication schedules and technical requirements.
  
• Review factory acceptance test (FAT) procedures and results.
  
• Support expediting and logistics for critical equipment.
  

4. Construction & Field Support

• Provide on-site engineering support during construction.
  
• Resolve field issues related to piping, equipment installation, and interfaces.
  
• Review and approve as-built drawings.
  
• Support installation inspections and quality control checks.
  

5. Commissioning & Startup

• Assist in development of commissioning and startup plans.
  
• Participate in equipment testing, system flushing, and performance testing.
  
• Troubleshoot mechanical and process issues during startup.
  
• Verify system performance against design criteria and contract guarantees.
  
• Other duties assigned by the direct manager.
  

Core Competencies:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
  
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
  
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
  
• Influencing without Authority – Strong ability to influence others in a team where there is no direct reporting control to manage a task.
  
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
  
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
  
• Works with Ambiguity – The flexibility to work effectively with change, shift gears comfortably, decide and act without having the total picture, and handle risk and uncertainty.
  

Requirements

Skills & Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year college or university, specializing in chemical, civil or mechanical engineering or equivalent.
  
• Experience: Min. 5 year.
  
• Plus of biological process or drinking water process for highly engineered processes.
  
• Expert user in Excel for data management and analysis.
  
• Able to use SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
  
• Experience with BioWin or other biological process design tools.
  
• Experience working with remote teams are highly desirable.
  
• Travel opportunity: 50%
  

Expectations to be Successful in Role/Key Success Factors:

• Demonstrates an understanding of the broader organization, strategic plan and overall direction of the company to lead and motivate the team.
  
• Facilitates creation of alignment for product design, application and guardrails for commercial offer.
  
• Maintains a focus on the quality of the company product offers.
  

Benefits