Project Engineer
The Project Engineer I role supports a large-scale industrial construction project focused on electrical and MEP systems coordination. The position involves managing project documentation, coordinating RFIs/RFPs, and assisting the onsite Project Manager to ensure timely construction completion, commissioning, and turnover. This entry-level opportunity offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment with exposure to advanced construction management tools and practices.
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Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Project Engineer I to support a large-scale industrial MEP/electrical construction project in Raugust, WA. This is a contract-to-hire, full-time role on a 4x10 onsite schedule. The position is ideal for early-career construction professionals or recent graduates who want hands-on experience managing electrical coordination, RFIs/RFPs, and project documentation using Procore / Autodesk tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the onsite Project Manager with day-to-day project coordination and execution.
- Assist in managing and tracking electrical construction activities, documentation, and project deliverables.
- Maintain and organize project information in Procore and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
- Review, track, and coordinate RFIs, RFPs, submittals, drawings, and other project documentation.
- Track open items, project decisions, issues, and required follow-up to keep work progressing on schedule.
- Coordinate with project management, field teams, trade partners, and other disciplines (mechanical, electrical, piping).
- Support electrical scope coordination and identify documentation or field issues that require escalation.
- Assist the project team through construction completion, commissioning, and operational turnover.
- Manage assigned tasks and priorities within an accelerated project schedule.
- Participate in project meetings and document key decisions, responsibilities, and follow-up items.
What We’re Looking For (Essential Skills)
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred — or equivalent construction experience.
- Entry-level candidates with internships, co-ops, or prior construction experience encouraged to apply.
- General understanding of commercial/industrial electrical or MEP construction.
- Ability to read and navigate construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
- Experience with Procore and/or Autodesk Construction Cloud strongly preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to track multiple open items and deadlines.
- Comfortable working directly with project management and field construction teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work onsite in Raugust, WA on a 4x10 schedule.
Additional Skills & Qualifications (Nice-to-have)
- Recent Construction Management or Engineering graduate with electrical/MEP coordination experience.
- Background with GC, electrical, mechanical contractor, or industrial construction environments.
- Field-oriented candidate familiar with Bluebeam or similar mark-up tools.
- Experience processing RFIs and submittals.
Work Environment
This role is fully onsite in Raugust, WA and supports work on a large industrial advanced manufacturing (EV battery/MEP) project. The project operates on an accelerated schedule and offers exposure to both field and office project controls and coordination.
Job Details
- Job Type: Contract to Hire
- Employment Type: Full time / Contractor
- Location: Raugust, WA (onsite)
- Schedule: 4x10s
- Application Deadline (as posted): Nov 13, 2026
Pay & Benefits
- Pay Range: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour.
- Actual compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, location, and other job-related factors.
- If eligible, benefits for this temporary/contract role may include: medical, dental & vision; 401(k) retirement plan; voluntary life & AD&D; short- and long-term disability; HSA eligibility; employee assistance program; and time off/leave programs. Benefits eligibility and details depend on job classification and length of employment.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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