Job : Project Engineer II
Location: Grand Rapids, Saginaw, or Jackson, MI (Hybrid – 3 days onsite: Mon, Tue, Thu)
Duration: Until May 2027 (with a possibility of extension)
Openings: 2
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer II to support engineering and technical activities for Electric Distribution projects. This role will function as a Lead Project Engineer, working closely with project managers and cross-functional teams to plan, design, and execute complex projects, including substation rebuilds and economic development initiatives.
The ideal candidate will ensure project quality, accuracy, and compliance from conception through completion while managing multiple engineering assignments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, schedule, coordinate, and monitor engineering projects
- Lead engineering tasks and support project managers in execution
- Coordinate work between internal teams, external engineers, vendors, and contractors
- Review engineering deliverables and implement corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with codes, standards, QA/QC policies, and specifications
- Develop technical specifications for project equipment
- Support Agile project delivery and manage timelines effectively
- Mentor team members and assign responsibilities
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders and business partners
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (ABET accredited)
- (OR non-ABET degree with Professional Engineering (PE) license)
- 5–7 years of experience in a Project Engineer role
- Minimum 5 years of experience on complex engineering projects
- Strong experience coordinating internal and external engineering disciplines
- Knowledge of engineering design tools (e.g., AutoCAD)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Experience in contract management and engineering deliverables
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in Electric Distribution or substation projects
- Electrical Engineering background (preferred, not required)
- Knowledge of Project Management tools (Unifier, ProjectWise)
- Understanding of project management principles
