Project Engineer

Project Engineer IILocation: Jackson (preferred), Grand Rapids, or Saginaw, MI - HybridDuration: Until Mar 2027 (with a possibility of extension)Department: HVD Substation GroupJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer II to support substation and transmission-related projects within the HVD Substation Group. This role will manage multiple utility infrastructure projects through the full project lifecycle, including planning, design coordination, construction support, and closeout. The selected candidate will work closely with internal teams and external engineering consultants, with a primary focus on layout and civil-related substation design activities.This is a hybrid position with periodic travel to project sites every other week to verify project status and support field coordination activities. Initial training will be conducted onsite in Jackson, MI.Key ResponsibilitiesManage 5-10 projects simultaneously through planning, design, construction, and closeout phases Coordinate with third-party engineering consultants for project design execution Develop and manage project scopes of work Review engineering estimates, schedules, drawings, and project deliverables Support substation, line, and infrastructure capital improvement projects Coordinate internal and external engineering disciplines throughout project execution Monitor project schedules, budgets, and overall project performance Participate in construction support activities and field verification visits Assist with contract management and engineering deliverable tracking Ensure compliance with utility standards, engineering requirements, and project documentation processes Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program OR Engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program plus Professional Engineering (PE) License 5-7 years of experience in a Project Engineer or Project Management capacity Experience managing complex projects from planning through construction completion Background in utilities, construction, manufacturing, or infrastructure projects Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams and external consultants Strong understanding of project lifecycle management and engineering deliverables Experience reviewing drawings, project scopes, and construction estimates Familiarity with: Primavera P6 SAP Microsoft Office Suite Preferred QualificationsElectrical Engineering background preferred but not required Experience with: Unifier ProjectWise Document control systems Knowledge of project management principles and contract management practices Utility or substation project experience is highly preferred Additional InformationHybrid work environment Travel required every other week for site visits and project verification Project lifecycle typically ranges from 10-12 months Typical project budgets range from $2M-$3M No per diem offered for this position.Interview Mode: Virtual (MS Teams) - Last Week of May

Created: 2026-05-09