Project Engineer

Job TitleProject EngineerLocationPlano, Texas 75075Duration5+ Months (Role Is Eligible for Contract to Hire)Pay Range$50.00 - $57.00/hourJob Description:The Project Engineer II is an experienced individual contributor responsible for executing defined portions of engineering project scope, including equipment specification and selection, preparation of drawings and technical documentation, and coordination with internal teams, vendors, and third-party partners.The role operates with limited supervision, supports procurement, fabrication, installation, and startup activities, and is expected to deliver high-quality work with minimal errors while applying established engineering standards and procedures.The client is looking for a skilled individual that is excited to be a part of changing how the world views our most critical resource - Water.Here's what you will do:Execute defined portions of engineering project scope, supporting the design and delivery of industrial systems from concept through installation.Prepare and maintain engineering deliverables such as equipment specifications, data sheets, layouts, pipe class documents, and bills of material.Review and coordinate equipment selection, vendor drawings, and technical submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements.Work closely with project managers, senior engineers, and internal design teams to support schedules, priorities, and technical execution.Coordinate with vendors and third-party partners (such as seismic or modeling consultants) to support design validation and integration.Support procurement, fabrication, installation, and startup activities by resolving technical questions and reviewing field or shop documentation.Participate in BIM and model coordination efforts, including layout reviews, clash resolution, and interconnect support.Maintain accurate project documentation and data within established engineering systems and tools.Apply established engineering standards, procedures, and safety practices consistently across all assigned work.Identify and correct technical issues promptly, producing high-quality work with minimal rework and continuous attention to detail.Analyzes specifications and contract documents to determine characteristics of job and to establish engineering objectives.Reviews proposals and submittals for quality assurance purposes.Generating a variety of drawings and performing required calculations while effectively managing engineering hours and meeting schedules.Preparing parts lists and specification sheets.Required Skills:Knowledge of equipment sizing and specifications including pumps, pressure vessels, valves, etc.Knowledge of water treatment technologies including filtration, membrane treatment, ion exchange treatment, and reclaim water treatment.MS Office Suite Proficiency Preferred Skills:Experience in the water treatment industry or Semiconductor Wafer Fab environment with UPW & WWT will be an added advantageTraining and Experience in AutoCAD and piping skid design are preferredEducation/Experience Requirement:B.S. degree in the mechanical or chemical engineering discipline from an accredited university or other related qualified training, plus a minimum of three (3) years directly related experience; and/or equivalent combination of education and experienceTechnology Requirements:AutoCAD Strongly preferredTravel Required:2 weeks of travel at a time (at most) typically travel will be 3-5 days in duration at a time as needed here and there on an annual basisBelow is the brief introduction of SPECTRAFORCE, the benefits we offer and the disclaimers:About Us:Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of "human connection," defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.Equal Opportunity Employer:SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@ if you require reasonable accommodation.

Created: 2026-05-16