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Our client is searching for a Project Engineer who will be responsible for the end‑to‑end technical and project execution of customer projects — from design and planning through fabrication, delivery, and closeout. This role blends engineering expertise with project leadership to ensure all projects are delivered efficiently, on time, within budget, and in full compliance with quality and contractual requirements.

Acting as both the technical authority and primary customer interface, the Project Engineer coordinates cross‑functional teams and oversees the integration of engineering, production, quality, and scheduling activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Customer & Contract Management

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for our client's customers throughout the project.

+ Review and interpret contracts, specifications, and change orders to ensure technical and commercial alignment.

+ Lead commercial discussions — including billing, delivery schedules, and change requests — in partnership with Sales and Finance.

+ Represent the company professionally and ensure customer expectations are clearly managed and met.

Technical Design & Execution

+ Translate customer requirements into accurate, compliant design solutions.

+ Develop or oversee detailed designs using AutoCAD and related software, ensuring compliance with performance, quality, and regulatory standards.

+ Perform efficient design of pipe, fittings, reinforcement, and thrust restraint for water transmission projects.

+ Ensure all design deliverables are completed on schedule and receive necessary approvals.

+ Maintain accuracy, version control, and documentation integrity for all design outputs.

Cross‑Functional Coordination

+ Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Scheduling to maintain project alignment.

+ Secure timely approvals of drawings, submittals, and engineering documents.

+ Clearly communicate design updates, production requirements, and changes to all stakeholders.

+ Lead internal coordination meetings to track progress and resolve interface issues.

Project Planning, Monitoring & Reporting

+ Develop and maintain thorough understanding of project schedules in coordination with the Scheduling team.

+ Monitor fabrication, inspection, and delivery milestones; proactively identify and escalate risks or delays.

+ Provide weekly progress updates to management and customers, including key accomplishments, risks, and mitigation plans.

+ Use project dashboards or reporting tools to maintain visibility across teams.

Financial & Commercial Oversight

+ Ensure invoicing aligns with project progress and contractual milestones.

+ Manage scope changes, change orders, and variation requests in collaboration with operations teams.

Problem Solving & Issue Resolution

+ Identify and resolve cross‑functional issues such as design conflicts, material delays, or quality deviations.

+ Lead root‑cause analyses for recurring technical or process issues.

+ Escalate critical risks with clear recommendations for mitigation.

Production Support & Handoff

Ensure all released designs are complete, accurate, and production‑ready.

Work closely with operations teams to clarify technical details and support efficient production flow.

Integrate field, production, and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement in future designs.

Project Closeout

+ Confirm all deliverables — materials, documentation, as‑builts, certifications — meet contract requirements.

+ Conduct internal project closeout reviews to capture lessons learned.

+ Support final invoicing, warranty documentation, and resolution of any open items..

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering

+ 5–8 years of combined experience in engineering design and project management in manufacturing, industrial, or construction environments.

+ Proven experience leading cross‑functional technical projects with direct customer interaction.

+ Proficiency with AutoCAD and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet).

+ Strong understanding of contract administration, project controls, and cost tracking.