Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Build Your Career with SMSI

At SMSI, we invest in our people with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and opportunities for advancement. Join a supportive, team-focused environment where your expertise contributes to diverse and impactful projects.

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a strong background in the construction industry. This role will design and support mechanical systems across a variety of industrial construction projects while ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Ready to grow your career with SMSI? Apply today!

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• 401(k)

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays

• Opportunities for advancement

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Supportive, team-focused work environment

• Involvement in diverse and high-impact construction projects

Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Compensation:

$124,000 - $125,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

• Design HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical systems for industrial construction projects.
• Provide engineering design and technical support for industrial ammonia refrigeration systems with a focus on safety, regulatory compliance, reliability, and energy efficiency.
• Prepare detailed engineering calculations, plans, specifications, and other technical documentation.
• Review contractor RFIs, submittals, and project documents and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Collaborate with client architects, civil engineers, electrical engineers, project managers, and other disciplines to develop coordinated project solutions.
• Work directly with CAD technicians and field personnel to provide accurate and reliable design support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits and inspections and provide engineering support during construction.
• Ensure mechanical designs and installations comply with applicable building codes, industry standards, regulations, and project requirements.
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordination activities.
• Support sales efforts through project quoting, design development, technical consultation, and customer interactions.
• Identify and help resolve technical challenges that arise during design and construction.
• Perform additional duties as necessary to support project and company objectives.

Industries Supported

• Food & Beverage Production and Processing
• Pharmaceutical Production and Packaging
• Cold Storage and Industrial Refrigeration
• Commercial and Industrial Construction

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience within the construction or industrial construction industry.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems in industrial, food processing, or cold storage environments is highly desired.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and applicable mechanical design software.
• Strong understanding of mechanical building systems, construction methods, and construction processes.
• Strong knowledge of applicable mechanical codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers, contractors, field personnel, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, safe, and high-quality engineering work.

About Company

SMSI is dedicated to providing the highest quality mechanical services performed in an honest, dependable, and efficient manner. SMSI offers lots of room to grow in a fast-paced company. We have been serving commercial and industrial markets for 30 years.