Project Engineer

About Us

For over 36 years, Sequoyah Electric and Network Services has been an industry leader, providing a coordinated approach to meet electrical design-build and construction needs. Our expertise ranges from complex, multi-phased design-build projects to technically challenging industrial and low voltage installations and includes in-house engineering and design.

Sequoyah fosters an environment of teamwork and collaboration, with a commitment to excellence. Our relationship driven culture is customer-focused, community-engaged, and motivated by continuous improvement. It’s evident when you walk through our office and jobsites that we enjoy what we do. We are proud to have been voted a Washington Best Workplace for the past 12 years (2014 – 2025) by our team members.

If you're committed to stellar customer service and producing an outstanding product, we think you'll find Sequoyah to be an exciting, enjoyable place to contribute and grow. Join us!

Overview

We are seeking a Project Engineer with a technical or academic background in electrical construction. We have opportunities throughout our organization and are committed to providing rotational assignments, mentoring, and coaching across our business units, including preconstruction, new construction, estimating, special projects, tenant improvements, low voltage, and critical facilities. Your work will focus on supporting assigned projects by providing a variety of project management support, with responsibilities that will include cost control and financial reporting, estimating, submittal preparation, change order development and presentation, correspondence, drawing updates, issue resolution, and project management support.

This is a full-time exempt position. Reporting structure is determined by the department assigned. It is based out of our Redmond, WA headquarters and is a fully in-office role. Our office is open from 6am-5pm; team members have flexibility with their daily work schedule, based on their needs and the needs of their team and the work.

Responsibilities

As a Project Engineer, you’ll be responsible for assisting with the coordination of projects and supporting the project team, comprised of field supervision, project resources, and support department staff, as directed by the Project Manager. You’ll assist in monitoring project planning, execution and closure, and all project functions as they relate to quality control and project management.

Additional responsibilities for this role include:

• Establishing and maintaining project management files, drawing sets, and updated drawings
• Estimating material takeoffs and using McCormick for change order development
• Developing and tracking change orders
• Formulating and tracking Requests for Information (RFI’s)
• Researching, creating and tracking submittals and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manual materials
• Assists in creating and monitoring field installation work packages and overall schedule progress.
• Supporting budget management and assisting with financial reporting
• Representing the company and project in meetings with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others
• Adhering to established company protocol to meet all project requirements for documenting, measuring, tracking, and resolving project issues
• Assisting with job billing preparation and substantiations as needed
• Assisting Project Managers and Field Supervisors with additional tasks as needed

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates with construction industry experience. 3+ years of electrical construction is preferred. A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or construction management is strongly preferred. Strong project management skills with ability to manage project priorities and documentation is required.

Skills and Abilities

Success in this role requires Great attention to detail and understanding of general construction terminology. You’ll need well-developed interpersonal and written communication skills, and a strong desire to learn. Those who are self-starters capable of working both independently and as a member of a team will do well in this role.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The following physical requirements and working conditions apply to this role. Sequoyah will give consideration to all requests for accommodation.

• Ability to see, hear well (either naturally or with correction) and speak clearly
• Coordinate the movement of your eyes, hands, and fingers
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing and bending, repetitive motions of hands and wrists
• Reach for, handle, use fingers and manipulate objects
• Must be capable of working extended hour days when job/business needs demand

Employee Benefit Program

Sequoyah cares deeply about the health and wellness of our team members and their families and is proud to offer a robust total rewards package.

Health Insurance coverage includes:

• 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental, And Vision Insurance premiums for both employees and their eligible dependents
• 401(k) and Roth(k) retirement plans with company matching contribution
• Paid Time Off that includes vacation and sick time; plus 7 Paid Holidays
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability income protection
• Flex Savings Account allowing pre-tax earnings to be used for unreimbursed medical expenses
• AFLAC supplemental healthcare coverage and un-reimbursed medical plans also available

Other benefits include:

• Education Assistance Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Lots of opportunities to engage with co-workers and our community throughout the year, such as Winter Bash Employee Recognition Party, Charity Golf Tournament, Fall Family Picnic, Adopt-a-Family, Food Pantry Donations and Delivery, Community Market Volunteering, Blood Donation Drives, and much more!

Please see Employee Handbook for details on eligibility and waiting periods.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $80,000 to $110,000 depending on previous and related experience

This job posting is a general description of the essential functions of this role. It is not intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Sequoyah are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Sequoyah supervisors or management, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Sequoyah is an equal opportunity employer. We are a non‐smoking facility and a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All new hires are subject to a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and the NECA/IBEW Electrical Industry Drug-Free Workplace Program. As per the program, cannabis/THC is not included in pre-employment testing. It may be included in order for Sequoyah to be in compliance with specific client contracts; we will inform you if you will be assigned to a client project or worksite where this is a requirement.