Project Engineer I

Job Description

Job Description

Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of residential, energy, commercial, light industrial and public programs, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients’ visions to life,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect!

At CESO, a Project Engineer I continues to gain practical and professional work experience in the engineering field and will function in a wide variety of tasks under the direction of a Professional Engineer. A Project Engineer I will work collaboratively with team members while utilizing engineering software and tools to create, modify, and analyze designs, to review and improve concepts; they will actively contribute to the preparation of technical reports, in troubleshooting technical issues, and stay up to date with the latest engineering trends and technologies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Under the direction of senior team members, perform intermediate design work including preparing construction drawings, calculations, reports and manuals using applicable software.
• Research of design criteria based on project scope and jurisdictional requirements.
• Perform engineering calculations and analysis, based on researched codes and regulations, and apply it to assigned tasks.
• Compare design options and document findings to produce detailed engineering studies and reports.
• Perform revisions to construction drawings marked up by senior team members and QC reviewers.
• Learn company and client design standards and implement them into the design of projects.
• Active participation in internal team and project meetings; providing clear and concise verbal or written communication.
• Provide thorough and accurate documentation of calculations.
• Learn governmental laws and regulations, jurisdictional codes and standards and adapt engineering techniques in the design of projects.
• Conduct field site visits to obtain necessary data.
• Complete site investigation and due diligence reports.
• Recommend continuous improvement solutions for engineering designs.
• Continue to gain experience and knowledge in all facets of engineering design.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience required.
• Completion of Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) and certification as an EIT with a state licensure board is preferred.
• Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, AutoTurn, BlueBeam Revu and other applicable design software.

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
• 401K with a Company Match
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
• Welcome Box
• Casual Dress Code
• Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
• Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
• Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Bonding and Recovery
• Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment

CESO Compensation Transparency:

The pay band shown reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for this position at CESO. Actual pay is determined by several factors, including location, experience, education, skills, and internal equity. Our pay structures are benchmarked against industry and market data to stay competitive. Each offer is based on a full review of a candidate’s background, qualifications, and fit for the role.

Below are the typical new hire pay ranges for this position based on location:

• Cincinnati, OH: $72,216 - $87,573

• Dayton, OH: $72,216 - $87,573

CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity.  We develop and inspire through training and coaching on the job.  At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck.  In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.

CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.