careertakescareertakes

Recent Grad/Alumni - Project Engineer I

Confidential Client•Real Estate & Construction
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$95,529
William Penn Annex East, Pennsylvania
A Day Ago

The Project Engineer I role supports project teams on smaller, less complex projects by managing change orders, procuring equipment and materials, and assisting with subcontractor selection. This entry-level position requires basic knowledge of HVAC and plumbing design, ERP systems, and strong communication skills, offering a foundation for growth within a 100% employee-owned MEP company.

Boost your chances. Upload your resume to see your match score.

Unlock Match Rate
Description

About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Admin.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This Project Engineer I will support the project team on smaller or less complex projects. Typical responsibilities include:

  • Estimate the impact of project changes and communicate findings to project management
  • Manage change orders — ensure accuracy, documentation, and tracking
  • Procure equipment, materials, and services; support subcontractor selection and on-boarding
  • Monitor emerging trends and apply relevant best practices
  • Analyze and resolve routine project questions and problems
  • Support project cost reporting and basic ERP inquiries

Qualifications

Candidates should meet the following baseline qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent education, training, and experience
  • Basic ERP experience: inquiring, reviewing, and printing job cost reports
  • Basic knowledge of HVAC or plumbing design
  • Proficiency with CADD and Microsoft Office (Excel)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Comfortable working as part of a cross-functional project team; recent graduates encouraged to apply

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated pay (from source posting): $95,529 per year — estimated.

Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package that typically includes:

  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
  • Annual bonus program tied to performance and company profitability
  • Term life and AD&D insurance, voluntary life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability income protection
  • Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (health and dependent care)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
  • Training and professional development support, including company-paid association memberships and license fees
  • Wellness benefits

About Confidential Client

Confidential Client operates nationally in MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) services and runs structured internship and new college graduate programs to help early-career engineers gain hands-on experience and grow into full-time roles. The organization emphasizes a people-first culture, career development, and on-the-job mentoring.


Additional Details & Conditions

  • Employment type: FULL_TIME
  • Location: William Penn Annex East, PA (on-site)
  • Contingent employment: offers are subject to successful drug screening, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles requiring driving will require a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
  • Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
  • External agency submissions: Confidential Client will only accept candidate submissions from agencies with an authorized work order issued by the client’s Talent Acquisition team and submitted through the client ATS.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.

Negotiate a higher salary! Check the salary ranges for this job type in your area.

View My Salary Range